recusal
Use Recusal in a sentence
zəl noun Law.
the disqualification of a judge for a particular lawsuit or proceeding, especially due to some possible conflict of interest or prejudice.
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| (law) the disqualification of a judge or jury by reason of prejudice or conflict of interest; a judge can be recused by objections of either party or judges can disqualify themselves [syn: recusation] |
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Recusal
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
Example sentences
At the same time, an adverse recusal ruling won't close the door to the misconduct complaint process altogether.
The judge asks what recusal or disclosure responsibilities he/she has, should that law clerk subsequently appear before the judge.
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