This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Full Name] [Judge's Designation] [Name of the Court] [Court's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Trial Continuance and New Trial Date Dear [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to request a trial continuance for the upcoming trial scheduled on [Trial Date] in the [Name of the Court]. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I am unable to proceed with the trial as scheduled and kindly request your consideration in rescheduling a new trial date. I am aware of the importance of adhering to the court's schedule and understand that continuances are typically not granted except under exceptional circumstances. Therefore, I would like to provide a detailed explanation of the extenuating circumstances that have arisen and necessitated this request. [Provide a detailed explanation of the valid reasons for the trial continuance, such as medical emergencies, unexpected conflicts, or unavailability of essential witnesses or key evidence. Be sure to provide any supporting documentation or evidence, if available, to strengthen your request.] Considering the aforementioned circumstances, I believe that a trial continuance would be in the best interest of justice and allow both parties to present their case adequately. It would also ensure fairness and impartiality during the trial proceedings without compromising the rights of any party involved. I understand the inconvenience that a continuance might cause to the court's schedule, witnesses, and opposing counsel, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. I assure you that this request is not made frivolously but out of a genuine necessity to ensure a fair and just trial. Therefore, I humbly request that the court grant a trial continuance and schedule a new trial date at the earliest convenience. I am available for any further discussions or hearings regarding this matter and will make every effort to accommodate the court's schedule. Thank you for your understanding and consideration of this request. I trust in the court's wisdom and judgment to make a fair decision in this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Full Name]
