For example, a motion to preclude asks the court to ban the testimony or evidence from being used in the case. If you or the other side want to ask the court to do something in a case, you must ask in written court papers called a Motion or an Order to Show Cause.This video shows how to fill out and file an appearance form in the Connecticut Superior Court. How do I file a motion to strike a divorce petition as well as how to file criminal charges. You should file the motion in the same court where you filed your divorce petition. You may need to pay a filing fee when you submit the motion. Kingsley Chin appeals from the order, entered in the Court of Common. Pleas of Philadelphia County, denying his motion to strike a judgment. In California family law, motions to strike are generally filed to request the court to remove certain parts of the opposing party's pleadings. On the attached MOTION form, fill in the case number and both parties' full information.