§ 23-54. Fact-Finding--Selection of Fact Finders; Disqualification

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§ 23-54. Fact-Finding--Selection of Fact Finders; Disqualification

(a)The fact finder shall be selected by the presiding civil judge for the court location where the case is pending.

(b)A fact finder may disqualify himself or herself upon his or her own application or upon application of a party. Should a party object to a fact finder's refusal to disqualify himself or herself for cause, such party may file an application for disqualification with the presiding civil judge in the court location where the case is pending.

(c)Should a fact finder disqualify himself or herself, the fact finder shall inform in writing the presiding civil judge in the court location where the case is pending.