die Besorgnis der Befangenheit
Translation
apprehension of bias, concern about partiality, appearance of bias
Examples
Es besteht die Besorgnis der Befangenheit des Richters.
There is an apprehension of bias concerning the judge.
Grammar Patterns
the ((apprehension of bias)) exists Es besteht die Besorgnis der Befangenheit.
Similar Words
Zweifel an der Unparteilichkeit (doubt about impartiality)
Etymology
Composed of 'Besorgnis' (concern, apprehension) and 'Befangenheit' (bias, partiality). 'Befangenheit' comes from 'fangen' (to catch), implying being 'caught' by a prejudice.
Memory Tips
A legal term. Think of a judge being 'caught' ('gefangen') in a conflict of interest, which causes 'concern' ('Besorgnis').