Sec. 29.059. CONTEMPT. If a party files a motion to recuse or disqualify under this subchapter and it is determined by the judge hearing the motion, at the hearing and on motion of the opposing party, that the motion to recuse or disqualify is brought solely for the purpose of delay and without sufficient cause, the judge may in the interest of justice find the party filing the motion in contempt under Section 21.002(c).
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1184 (H.B. 3475), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2011.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1324 (S.B. 480), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2011.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subchapter A. -1. Recusal or Disqualification of Municipal Judges
Section 29.052. Motion for Recusal or Disqualification
Section 29.054. Statement Opposing or Concurring With Motion
Section 29.055. Procedure Following Filing of Motion; Recusal or Disqualification Without Motion
Section 29.056. Hearing on Motion