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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the continuance document in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the court name and county at the top of the form. This ensures that your motion is directed to the correct jurisdiction.
  3. In the section for 'Plaintiff' and 'Defendant', enter the names of both parties involved in the case. Make sure these are accurate as they will be referenced throughout the document.
  4. Specify the original trial date where indicated. This is crucial for establishing context for your request for a continuance.
  5. In the grounds section, clearly describe why you are requesting a continuance. Be concise but thorough, providing any necessary details that support your request.
  6. Indicate how long you wish to postpone the trial by filling in your desired new date or term of court at the end of the motion.
  7. Complete all attorney information sections, including names, bar numbers, and contact details to ensure proper representation.
  8. Finally, review all entries for accuracy before saving or sending your completed motion using our platform’s features.

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A continuance allows you and your attorney more time to review the case or work with the district attorneys office to make a deal.
A continuance is a court-approved delay of a scheduled hearing or trial. Acceptable reasons often include illness, unavailability of key witnesses, new evidence discovery, or attorney scheduling conflicts. Courts require timely requests, usually in writing, explaining the reason and impact on the case.
A continuance simply means that the case will be continued on another date set by the court.
the act or state of continuing. the duration of an action, condition, etc. the postponement or adjournment of a legal proceeding.
1. : the act of continuing. : the extent of continuing : duration. 3. : postponement of a case in a law court.