170 6 peremptory challenge form of colusa superior court ca 2025

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  2. Begin by entering your personal information at the top of the form, including your name, address, and contact details. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for court records.
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One of the most powerful procedural tools available in California is found in Code of Civil Procedure 170.6, which allows a party or their attorney to disqualify a judge, court commissioner, or referee if they believe that individual is prejudiced against them.
A peremptory challenge allows either the prosecution or defence to challenge a juror without providing a reason. Once challenged, the juror is dismissed from serving the jury in that trial. This right helps ensure the impartiality of the jury and protects the accuseds right to a fair trial.
Motions under Code of Civil Procedure section 170.6. A party making a peremptory challenge by motion or affidavit of prejudice regarding an assigned judge must submit it in writing to the assigned judge within 20 days after service of the order assigning the judge to the coordination proceeding.
This challenge doesnt require proof of actual biasjust a sworn statement that the party believes they cannot receive a fair and impartial hearing. This is often called a peremptory challenge, and its a unique feature of California law designed to preserve fairness and impartiality in the courtroom.
CCP 170.6 says a judge can be disqualified from presiding over a civil lawsuit or criminal trial if the judge seems prejudiced against one of the parties or attorneys. If someone wishes to challenge the judge, they are not required to prove the judges bias or provide factual reasons for their claim.

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170. A judge has a duty to decide any proceeding in which he or she is not disqualified.

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