1. To remove (oneself) as a judge in a particular case because of prejudice or conflict of interest (the judge recused himself from the trial). [Cases: Judges 39–56. C.J.S. Judges §§ 62, 98–160.]
2. To challenge or object to (a judge) as being disqualified from hearing a case because of prejudice or a conflict of interest (the defendant filed a motion to recuse the trial judge).