Legal Question in Family Law in California

Is it legal for a judge to accept a "gift" (a cookbook) from a respondent in the courtroom during proceedings "because the respondent is feeling so positive about himself, without allowing the Petitioner to view it first or at all?


Asked on 3/16/11, 9:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

It's unethical for a judge to receive a gift from one of the parties during the litigation, and remain the judge hearing matters in the case. You may need to file a motion pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure section 170.3 to have the judge recused.

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Answered on 3/17/11, 8:21 am


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