Recused
/rɪˈkjuzd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having disqualified oneself from participation in an official proceeding due to potential conflict of interest or bias.
The judge was recused from the case to ensure impartiality.
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of recuse, meaning to disqualify oneself from a legal case or proceeding.
She recused herself after discovering a personal connection to the defendant.
Forms
- recuse
- recuses
- recusing
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Commentary
Commonly used to maintain ethical standards in judicial and legal proceedings by avoiding bias or prejudice.
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