Looking for local rules and forms? A "motion for a continuance" is a request asking the judge to make an order changing your hearing date."Your honor, I am ______. I am the defendant (or the plaintiff) in this case. Customer: I have filed pro se in family court for modification of child support, etc. Defendant retained an attorney upon receipt of my motion. You may show the magistrate things you believe will help prove your case or explain your testimony. These rules shall govern the procedure in the superior and district courts of the State of North Carolina in all actions and proceedings of a civil nature. All adjournment requests should be made as soon as the conflict is known. No adjournments will be granted less than 48 hours before the scheduled hearing date.
