(1) Where the application is granted, the magistrate shall no longer hear the case.
(2) Where the application is dismissed, the applicant may, without prejudice to the award of
damages, where necessary, be ordered to pay a civil fine of from 100.000 to 500.000 francs.
(3) Such ruling shall be notified to the applicant and to the magistrate concerned.
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In force from 27 July 2005
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