The withdrawal of a judge, prosecutor, or juror from a case on the grounds that they are unqualified to perform legal duties because of a possible conflict of interest or lack of impartiality.
Recusant
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A dissenter; a nonconformist.
Recusant meaning & definition 1 of Recusant.
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someone in the past who refused to go to Church of England services (= religious ceremonies) :
Recusant meaning & definition 2 of Recusant.
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A person who refuses to submit to an authority or to comply with a regulation.
Recusant meaning & definition 3 of Recusant.
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