(a) When an administrative law judge deems himself or herself
disqualified to preside in a particular proceeding, such judge shall
withdraw therefrom by notice on the record directed to the Chief
Administrative Law Judge.
(b) Whenever any party shall deem the administrative law judge for
any reason to be disqualified to preside, or to continue to preside, in
a particular proceeding, that party shall file with the administrative
law judge a motion to recuse. The motion shall be supported by an
affidavit setting forth the alleged grounds for disqualification. The
administrative law judge shall rule upon the motion.
(c) In the event of disqualification or recusal of an administrative
law judge as provided in paragraph (a) or (b) of this section, the Chief
Administrative Law Judge shall refer the matter to another
administrative law judge for further proceedings.
