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How to Change a Judge in a Criminal Case Los Angeles
California law provides defendants in criminal cases the right to request a change of judge under specific circumstances. This process can occur either without evidence of bias or when evidence of bias exists, as outlined in the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) §§ 170.1 and 170.6. Below, we explain how this process works and why consulting an experienced attorney is essential. 1. One-Time Change Without Evidence of Bias California law permits a defendant to request a different judge one time in a criminal case without the need to provide evidence of bias. This type of request, commonly referred to as a peremptory challenge, is governed by CCP § 170.6. 2. Change Based on Evidence of Bias If a judge […]