Time Extension For In Suffolk
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What is an SOC (Stipulated Order of Continuance)? In an SOC, the defendant enters into a contractual agreement with the prosecutor that is merely approved by the court. If the defendant follows his/her part of the bargain, the prosecution will move to dismiss the case at the end.
When you sign a Stipulation of Settlement, you are making a binding legal agreement that must be followed. Therefore, you must be very careful to read the agreement, understand it, and be certain that you will be able to do everything you have promised.
If all parties agree to your extension request, you should prepare a stipulation containing all the terms of your agreement, including the new date, any other dates adjusted by the new deadline, and a description of the reasons for needing the extension. Counsel for all parties should promptly sign the stipulation.
This Stipulation to Extend Time (NY) is a standard form that attorneys can use to extend most deadlines in a civil action in New York Supreme Court. The stipulation extends the applicable deadline on consent without prior permission from the court.
The written response must be made within 20 days of personal service, or within 30 days of the time when service by any other means is complete. If the defendant fails to respond he or she is in default and plaintiff may be able to obtain a default judgment against the defendant.
Most cases in Housing Court are settled, meaning the parties come to an agreement, usually called a "Stipulation of Settlement," which is written down and signed by the parties and the Judge. When you sign a Stipulation of Settlement, you are making a binding legal agreement that must be followed.
