Be sure the application is filled out completely and notarized. Illinois Court of Claims.This Article analyzes the. Thus, the constitution does not prohibit use of a "fast track" plea bargaining process which requires the defendant to waive the right to receive such. The insertion of the Fifth Amendment into civil cases is frequently seen in the context of tort actions where there is a companion criminal case. Only a judge can grant a continuance. The Circuit Clerk cannot continue a case. The court may grant a motion for the appointment of a master in a civil action where the parties stipulate in writing to such an appointment. A vacancy in the office of Chief Judge occurs upon the resignation,.
