HB4226

Allows parties to request judge disqualification and mandates review processes.

Permits any party in a court case to request a judge's disqualification if they believe the judge cannot be impartial. If the judge denies the request, the party can file a motion within ten days. The judge must rule on this motion within fifteen days. If the motion is denied, the party can appeal to the chief judge of the county or the presiding judge of the administrative district within five days. The appeal must be reviewed and ruled on within thirty days.