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To start writing a motion, you should clearly state your purpose and the specific relief you are seeking from the court. Begin with a title that includes the type of motion and your case number. It's helpful to use a Guam Sample Letter regarding Motion for Additional Time as a guide, ensuring you include the relevant details and legal citations. Additionally, make sure to format your motion according to court rules to enhance its clarity.
Explain the extenuating circumstances that will force you to miss court. For example, you might have pressing medical needs to attend to, or you may have lost a family member recently. Whatever the reason, try to be brief. ?I am writing to request a continuance for my hearing scheduled on October 12, 2015.
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).
If the prosecution announces that it will introduce new evidence or new witnesses who were previously unknown to the defense, this will be a strong basis for a continuance. The defense also may seek a continuance if it is unable to locate a witness who was expected to testify on the defendant's behalf.
How do I write a letter requesting a continuance? When writing a request for a continuance, include your name, the case name and number, what you are requesting and why. State the date of the currently scheduled court hearing and clearly request a new date. Give the reasons for your request.
A valid emergency can serve as an excuse for missing a court date. Some examples of legitimate emergencies include: An emergency room visit for a sudden, debilitating medical condition. A sick child.
I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST that the Court grant my Request for Continuance. I ALSO REQUEST that the Court award any other relief it considers fair and proper. I ? DO request an oral hearing in front of the judge on this motion. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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).
They should be addressed either to the Honorable [FIRST NAME] [LAST NAME] or Judge [FIRST NAME] [LAST NAME]. Although you can put the case number on the letter, it is not necessary, as it will be submitted by the lawyer.