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civil procedure

Challenge for Cause

A request to dismiss a prospective juror based on a demonstrated bias or inability to be impartial.

Encyclopedia entry: Challenge for Cause

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challenge for cause

A challenge for cause is a request to disqualify a potential juror for specific reasons. Typical reasons include an acquaintanceship with either of the parties , prior knowledge that would prevent impartial evaluation of the evidence presented in court , bias , obvious prejudice , or an inability to serve (such as being seriously mentally ill). The judge determines whether the person shall be dismissed.

[Last reviewed in October of 2022 by the Wex Definitions Team
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