Change Of Judge For Postjudgment Motion Or Proceeding

Any postjudgment motion or proceeding must be heard by the same judge before whom the underlying matter was heard, subject to the following exceptions: (1) A different judge may hear a postjudgment motion or proceeding if for any reason the original judge is unable to act. (2) A different judge may hear a postjudgment motion or proceeding as provided in N.D.C.C. § 29-15-21(3). (3) In nonfelony cases, a different judge may amend or enforce a condition in a judgment or order entered on a verdict or plea of guilty. (4) In child support cases, a different judge may amend or enforce a child support order or judgment.