Whether the Justice of peace of Aigle had to be recused for appearance of bias.
Yes. Because the applicant served as clerk in the same court and had regular professional relations with its judges, an objective appearance of bias could arise in the eyes of the opposing party and third parties.
Recusal is exceptional but must be ordered whenever objectively established circumstances create an appearance of partiality; the relevant test is objective, not based on the judge’s subjective ability to remain impartial.