Section 100.210  Disqualification of Administrative Law Judge

Any party may file a petition, with an affidavit alleging personal bias or conflict of interest of the ALJ, with the Executive Director.  The Executive Director may request additional evidence from any party or the ALJ.  The Executive Director shall disqualify the ALJ only upon presentation of sufficient credible evidence that it is more likely than not the allegations are true.  Rulings by the ALJ against the complainant shall not in themselves constitute sufficient evidence.  Within 10 days after disqualification, a new ALJ shall be appointed.

(Source:  Amended at 29 Ill. Reg. 765, effective January 1, 2005)