I ask the Court to grant my Motion for Continuance. Respectfully submitted,.The first thing you will need to request a continuance is a valid reason. A continuance changes the date of a court hearing or trial to a later date. "Your honor, I am ______. I am the defendant (or the plaintiff) in this case. When writing a letter to a judge to request a postponement of a court date, it's essential to be clear, concise, and respectful. "Your honor, I am ______. I am the defendant (or the plaintiff) in this case. To help manage continuances, our court has established a policy for continuance.