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Order For Continuance Of Trial Date In Pennsylvania
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A “motion for a continuance” is a request asking the judge to make an order changing your hearing date. If the judge grants your motion, your court date will be postponed to a later time. For most requests for continuances, you must provide the judge with a suitable reason (“good cause”) for postponing your court date.
Explain why you need to change the court date in detail. If you have proof about why you need to change the date, attach a copy. A change isn't automatic. You need to convince the judge that postponing your case is necessary.
Valid reasons could include medical emergencies or unforeseen scheduling conflicts. Absence of party. If a party involved in the case is unable to appear in court due to involuntary or uncontrollable circumstances, such as sudden illness, their counsel may request a continuance.
Judges have wide discretion to grant and deny continuances. Some judges routinely grant requests from all lawyers. Others may be reluctant if they believe there is not a good reason for delay. Some judges can be very tough with continuances, and may refuse most requests.
Begin with a formal salutation, such as "Dear Judge Last Name," and introduce yourself and your case. Clearly state your reasons for requesting a continuance and provide supporting evidence. Conclude your letter by expressing your gratitude and willingness to cooperate with the court's decision.
Continuance requests must be in writing. All continuances must be received at least 2 business days prior to the Trial or Hearing. (Witnesses, who are required to attend by subpoena, must make their request through the party for whom they are testifying.)
Begin with a formal salutation, such as "Dear Judge Last Name," and introduce yourself and your case. Clearly state your reasons for requesting a continuance and provide supporting evidence. Conclude your letter by expressing your gratitude and willingness to cooperate with the court's decision.
The law does not provide any certain rules for the number of times a case may be continued. Therefore, there is no limit to the number of continuances that may be granted. Likewise, there is no absolute right to any continuances at all.
You can file a written request or motion justifying the need for a continuance that may be granted or denied. You will need to contact the other party to see if they are willing to agree to the continuance, which will enhance your ability to get the continuance.
Contact. Information call the court as soon as you realize you have a scheduling conflict. ExplainMoreContact. Information call the court as soon as you realize you have a scheduling conflict. Explain your situation clearly. And provide a valid reason for why you need to change the date.
