Local Rule L.R. 72-5: Motion To Disqualify Magistrate Judge
C.D. Cal. — Civil rule
L.R. 72-5 Motion To Disqualify Magistrate Judge. A motion to disqualify a Magistrate Judge pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 144 or 455 shall be made to the assigned District Judge. If such a motion is filed in a case to which no District Judge has been assigned, the motion shall be assigned to a District Judge for decision. A copy of the motion shall be submitted to the assigned Magistrate Judge, who shall not proceed with the matter until the motion has been determined. If the District Judge denies the motion, the case shall proceed as originally assigned. If the District Judge grants the motion, the case shall be returned to the Clerk for reassignment.