1. The full name and complete last known address of every witness to the occurrence complained of. In many civil actions, before the case is resolved there takes place a process known as pretrial discovery.This summary describes this process. Discovery is used to gather information from another party in your case. Learn how and when to use it. All Illinois Courts must accept these forms. If time is of the essence in a felony case, counsel may need to make the motion in district court, before transfer of the case to superior court. (e) Sequence of Discovery. STEP 1: Complete the Notice of Motion and the Certification Regarding Attempts to. (a) Motion for an Order Compelling Disclosure or Discovery.