A motion for a change of venue is a legal request for a party to transfer the case from one location to another. A district may transfer any civil action to any other district where it might have been brought.Any party, including plaintiff, may move for a transfer. A motion to transfer shall be filed no later than 30 days after the State's Attorney receives notice of the petition. A motion for change of venue is usually done before the criminal trial begins, in which case it is called a pretrial motion. First is that, in Maryland, the State has a right to remove a criminal case,25 co-equal with that of the defendant, and under exactly the same circumstances,. Use this form to request to change your address on record with the court in the District Court where your case is scheduled or will be heard. The Change of Venue form is the beginning of the electronic process allowing a party to. Request a Change of Venue for a scheduled Hearing. Below is a list of sample motions, responses to motions, and a few court orders.