Sample Letter To Court Requesting Continuance In Phoenix
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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.
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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.
Be sure to include your case number, proposed dates, and an explanation for your request. Indicate whether the other party objected or consented to the request. If they objected to the request and provided a reason, include it.
My case is listed for Court Name on the Enter date of Hearing. I would request that the Hearing on that date is adjourned because... outline your reason I am unwell/injured and unable to attend Court. I enclose a letter from my Doctor confirming this.
I would like this Court to continue the hearing because: EXPLAIN REASON. PETITIONER/PLAINTIFF, v. RESPONDENT/DEFENDANT. I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST that the Court grant my Request for Continuance.
Example: In a custody hearing, the plaintiff has had no visitation with his son. The defendant wants to request a continuance of 4 weeks. A continuance of 4 weeks means that the plaintiff may not see his son for four more weeks.
Your request via email and/or letter will need to include the original filing dates, new proposed filing dates, the number of previous requests (if any), and whether the other party consents to the extension. Email a copy of the letter you file to the other party (usually it's an attorney).
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