This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Sometimes, a continuance can be agreed upon by both parties, which makes it more likely that the court will grant the continuance request. If the other side does not agree to a continuance, then you will need to convince the judge.
Rule 21 requires the clerk on the filing of the motion to make the proper entries concerning it on the motion docket, and renders such filing and entry sufficient notice, since the motion is one in a pending suit.
A criminal action may be continued on the written motion of the State or of the defendant, upon sufficient cause shown; which cause shall be fully set forth in the motion. A continuance may be only for as long as is necessary.
Common examples of reasons to request continuance include: Service of process not made upon a defendant. In civil cases, all defendants must be adequately served with legal documents. If the service of process fails, the court may grant a continuance to allow the defendant time to prepare a defense.
A request for a continuance in Texas involves submitting a written motion to the court, typically accompanied by a valid reason such as illness, scheduling conflicts, or the unavailability of a crucial witness, to delay a scheduled court hearing or trial.
A request for a continuance in Texas involves submitting a written motion to the court, typically accompanied by a valid reason such as illness, scheduling conflicts, or the unavailability of a crucial witness, to delay a scheduled court hearing or trial.
Lawyers and clients frequently want continuances to prepare their cases, but they don't always get them. If the prosecution or defense needs extra time to prepare for a hearing or trial in a criminal case, they can ask the judge for a continuance.
The continuence might be longer this allows both parties adequate time to prepare their casesMoreThe continuence might be longer this allows both parties adequate time to prepare their cases properly.
What are considered to be acceptable reason for a continuance 1. Not having an attorney or not having had the time to look for an attorney. 2. Illness of party or attorney. 3. Attorney having an unexpected event occur in another case that would cause them to be unable to attend. 4. Family emergency. 5.