A party seeking a continuance of the date set for trial, whether contested or uncontested or stipulated to by the parties, must make the request for a continuance by a noticed motion or an ex parte application under the rules in chapter 4 of this division, with supporting declarations.

Begin with a formal salutation, such as "Dear Judge Last Name," and introduce yourself and your case. Clearly state your reasons for requesting a continuance and provide supporting evidence. Conclude your letter by expressing your gratitude and willingness to cooperate with the court's decision.

The request MUST BE SUPPORTED by a declaration signed under penalty of perjury that clearly explains the reasons for requesting a continuance and why the the timeline for a continuance is appropriate under the circumstances. The Court does not offer a form to request a continuance.

If the parties to a case are in agreement, it is more likely that the court will agree to change the hearing date. Even if the other party does not agree, you may still contact the court to request a continuance of the hearing date.

Circumstances that may indicate good cause for a continuance include the unavailability of an essential witness (CRC 3.1332 (c)(1)); the unavailability of a party because of death, illness, or other excusable circumstances (CRC 3.1332 (c)(2)); or a significant, unanticipated change in the status of the case as a result ...

Valid reasons include personal emergencies, unavailability of essential evidence, and lack of legal representation. How do I notify the court? You can notify the court by directly speaking to the court clerk or filing a motion for continuance before the hearing begins.

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For an ex parte request to continue your trial date, the Judicial Council has created the FL-305 Temporary Emergency (Ex. I am the party who filed the Request for Order (form FL-300), order to show cause, or other moving paper in item 2. a.This guide is designed to help you fill out the forms yourself. It is not intended to provide legal advice nor strategy as to how to complete the case. This guide contains forms and instructions for a motion to continue mandatory settlement conference and trial date in Sacramento County Superior Court. (213) 351-7500 to ask that a CSSD attorney request a continuance on your behalf or you can call the court clerk in the courtroom where your case is assigned. File your request to continue the hearing several days in advance so as to provide the court with adequate time to review your request and act on it. A 1050 motion to continue is a request in a criminal case to postpone a court date. The date could be for a pretrial matter or a trial. If you have fewer than ten days to reschedule your trial, take either a Form SC-150 or a letter to your county clerk's office.

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