Recusal of Judges

The recusal of judges refers to the voluntary withdrawal or disqualification of a judge from presiding over a case due to a perceived conflict of interest, bias, or any other reason that might compromise their impartiality in delivering a fair judgment.

Principles

  • The practice originates from the fundamental principle of due process — nemo judex in sua causa, meaning no individual should act as a judge in their own case.
  • Another guiding principle for judicial recusals is the concept that justice not only needs to be executed but should also be perceived as being executed.

Reasons for Recusal

  • When there ....
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