All continuance requests must be filed in a timely manner prior to your court date. When writing a letter to a judge to request a postponement of a court date, it's essential to be clear, concise, and respectful.Here's a template you can use. The Motion for Continuance must contain the following: 1. I would like to request a continuance". Then be ready to tell the court, when asked, why you need for the matter to be continued. The first thing you will need to request a continuance is a valid reason. Michigan Legal Help has tools to fill many kinds of forms but we do not cover all areas. You may have a blank form that you need to fill out on your own. Ultimately, it is up to the judge so put clear reasons why you need this continuance.
