These rules are intended to promote a just determination of every criminal proceeding. They are to be construed to secure simplicity in procedure.Best to file this in writing with the clerk of the court AND send a copy to the other side. Where application is made for the continuance of the trial of a case, such application shall be made to the Court as soon as the need arises. A request for a continuance can be written or oral depending on the circumstances. A motion to continue a hearing shall be made not less than 10 days before the hearing date, unless the requesting party can show good cause otherwise. A continuance is a court order to delay the case's proceedings, resulting in its postponement or adjournment to a later date than the one initially ordered.