👉 Recusal is a legal term in the United States which refers to a situation where an individual refuses or declines to participate in a judicial proceeding because of their personal beliefs, political views, or other considerations. This term can be used in various legal contexts, including criminal cases, civil lawsuits, and administrative proceedings. In a criminal case, recusal is a defense that allows the defendant to decline to testify during a trial due to a conflict of interest related to their own personal beliefs, political views, or
