recusal
(rɪˈkjuːzəl)
[f. recuse v. + -al1.]
An objection to a judge as prejudiced.
| 1958 Manch. Guardian 5 Aug. 5/7 The submission to recusal was based on reports that incorrectly stated the facts. 1980 Times 30 Oct. 6/8 They should not feel that by making their applications for his recusal they had prejudiced their case. |