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CA AB1894

Bill

Status

Passed

8/13/2010

Primary Sponsor

William Monning

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Origin

State Assembly

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the time period for filing a motion to disqualify a judge in civil cases assigned for all purposes from 10 days to 15 days after notice of assignment or appearance.

  • Requires parties making a disqualification motion in civil actions to serve notice on all other parties no later than 5 days after making the motion.

  • Maintains the 10-day period for disqualification motions in criminal cases assigned for all purposes.

  • Makes conforming changes to Government Code Section 68616 regarding civil procedure delay reduction rules.

Legislative Description

Judges: disqualification.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 131, Statutes of 2010.

8/13/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/6/2010
Rules4/22/2010
Judiciary2/25/2010

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