A signed, written request for a continuance must be filed with the Clerk of Court's Civil Division at least ten (10) days before the court date.
We do not reschedule Court dates through the website; however, if your ticket is in the system and it is not assigned to a Judge, you may stop by the Clerk's Office at 375 S. High Street, 2nd Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215, Monday – Friday between the hours of a.m. to a.m. to be added to the docket.
If the parties to a case are in agreement, it is more likely that the court will agree to change the hearing date. Even if the other party does not agree, you may still contact the court to request a continuance of the hearing date.
YOU MAY ALSO APPLY TO THE FRANKLIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL COURT TO SEAL YOUR EVICTION RECORD. Again, it is up to the judge whether or not your eviction record will be expunged or sealed.
You can ask for this in person at the hearing/trial date but less likely to be granted. Ultimately, it is up to the judge so put clear reasons why you need this continuance. If for example, it is to have time to get a lawyer, explain that and what efforts you have made to find a lawyer.
If you wish to ask the Court to reschedule a hearing you must file a Motion for Continuance. The Court may reschedule a hearing upon the request of a party for good cause. The Motion for Continuance must be supported by an Affidavit stating the reason(s) why you need to have the hearing rescheduled.
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