A continuance without a finding is a bit of a misnomer. Continuance Without a Finding (CWOF) is common in cases where the evidence supports a guilty finding.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. Best to file this in writing with the clerk of the court AND send a copy to the other side. Said hearing shall be continued until the next available. (Trial) (Motion) calendar. These are the official forms for use in Family Court proceedings. The court may terminate the order of probation and the continuance without a finding and enter a dismissal on the underlying criminal case.