New Hampshire Sample Letter for Continuance — Request for Earliest Court Date Possible: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Designation] [Name of the Court] [Court Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Request for Continuance — Earliest Court Date Possible Dear [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to request a continuance for my upcoming court date in the case of [Case Name/Number] scheduled for [Current Court Date]. Due to valid reasons that I will explain below, I kindly request your consideration in rescheduling the hearing to the earliest date possible. Firstly, I apologize for any inconvenience caused by this request and understand the importance of timely court proceedings. However, I believe a continuance is necessary to ensure a fair and just legal process takes place. Reasons for my request for a continuance include: 1. Unexpected Medical Emergency: I underwent a sudden medical procedure on [Date] which required immediate attention. As a result, I am currently recovering and would not be able to competently represent myself or fulfill the needed responsibilities associated with the hearing. 2. Legal Representation: Furthermore, I have been unable to secure appropriate legal representation due to the unforeseen circumstances leading up to this case. It is crucial for me to have adequate representation to present my case effectively. 3. Gathering Evidence: Additionally, I require extra time to gather crucial evidence and documents that are vital for my defense. The additional time will allow me to collate and present the necessary evidence, ensuring fairness in the judicial process. Given the significance of these reasons, I kindly request that the court grants a continuance and provides me with the earliest possible rescheduled court date. I assure you of my commitment to attending the new hearing and fulfilling all my obligations promptly. I genuinely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to the court, opposing parties, or any other individuals associated with this case. However, I firmly believe that granting this continuance will contribute to a more accurate and impartial resolution of the matter. Please let me know the amended hearing date at your earliest convenience, so that I may make the necessary arrangements. I am available for any discussion or clarification, and can be reached at [Phone number] or [Email address] at your convenience. Thank you very much for your understanding and kind consideration of this request. I look forward to receiving a positive response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]