The meaning of RECUSE is to disqualify (oneself) as judge in a particular case; broadly : to remove (oneself) from participation to avoid a conflict of interest.

RECUSE definition: to reject or challenge (a judge, juror, or attorney) as disqualified to act in a particular case, especially because of potential conflict of interest or bias. See examples of recuse used in a …

Federal judges are required to recuse themselves if there is an actual conflict of interest or even an appearance of a conflict.

Definition of recuse verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

recuse (rɪˈkjuːz) vb (Law) (tr; reflexive) to remove from participation in a court case due to potential prejudice or partiality [C19: see recusant]

Dec 6, 2025 · recuse (third-person singular simple present recuses, present participle recusing, simple past and past participle recused) (transitive, often reflexive) To reject or repudiate (an authority, a …

Factsheet What does the verb recuse mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb recuse, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and …

If someone such as a judge recuses himself or herself from a legal case, they state that they will not be involved in making decisions about the case, for example because they consider themselves to be …

recuse - The act of protesting against a judge for alleged bias or conflict of interest in a particular legal matter

recuse: To disqualify or seek to disqualify (a judge or juror) from participation in the decision in a case, as for personal prejudice against a party or for personal interest in the outcome.