HB4226

Oklahoma HB4226 amends the disqualification process for judges, allowing parties to request disqualification and setting timelines for motions and.

Oklahoma HB4226 amends the disqualification process for judges in the state. It allows any party to a case to request a judge's disqualification in good faith. If a judge denies the request, the party can file a written motion for disqualification within ten days. The judge must rule on this motion within fifteen days. If the motion is denied, the party can seek review by the chief judge of the county or the presiding judge of the administrative district within five days. The review must be held and ruled upon within thirty days.