Peremptory Challenge To Judicial Officer {LACIV015}

LACIV015, PEREMPTORY CHALLENGE TO JUDICIAL OFFICER (Code Civ. Proc., § 170.6). This form is used in the Los Angeles County Superior Court to file a peremptory challenge to a judicial officer assigned to a case. A peremptory challenge allows a party to request that a different judicial officer be assigned to hear the case, without having to provide a reason for the request. In California, parties are allowed to file a peremptory challenge to a judicial officer once per case, pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure section 170.6. This means that a party can request a new judge or commissioner without having to demonstrate bias or other cause for the request. The LASC LACIV015 form requires the name of the judicial officer being challenged, the name of the party filing the challenge, and the case number associated with the challenge. The form must be filed within a certain time frame, typically within a specified number of days after the initial appearance of the judicial officer in the case. It's important to note that peremptory challenges are subject to specific legal requirements and timelines, and failure to follow these requirements may result in the challenge being denied or dismissed. If you are considering filing a peremptory challenge or have questions about the process, it's advisable to seek legal counsel. LASC Approved 04-04, For Optional Use, Code Civ. Proc., § 170.6. www.FormsWorkflow.com