Kentucky HB569 amends the designation process for special judges in circuit and district courts.

Kentucky HB569 revises the process for designating special judges in circuit and district courts. If a judge cannot preside, a vacancy exists, or a party files an affidavit questioning the judge's impartiality, the circuit clerk must notify the Chief Justice. The Chief Justice then reviews the affidavit and decides whether to appoint a regular or retired justice or judge as a special judge. This special judge has the same powers and responsibilities as a regular judge.

Kentucky HB569 amends the designation process for special judges in circuit and district courts.

Kentucky HB569 revises the process for designating special judges in circuit and district courts. If a judge cannot preside, a vacancy exists, or a party files an affidavit questioning the judge's impartiality, the circuit clerk must notify the Chief Justice. The Chief Justice then reviews the affidavit and decides whether to appoint a regular or retired justice or judge as a special judge. This special judge has the same powers and responsibilities as a regular judge.