Letter from attorney to opposing counsel requesting documentation concerning homestead exemption for change of venue motion.
Letter from attorney to opposing counsel requesting documentation concerning homestead exemption for change of venue motion.
Rule 26 - FINAL INSTRUCTIONS (a) The court shall read appropriate final instructions, which shall include at least the following: (1) the applicable burdens of proof; (2) the credibility of witnesses; and, (3) the manner of weighing the testimony received.
The state or defendant may request a change of venue from the county for cause. The motion must be accompanied by an affidavit signed by the defendant or prosecuting attorney. The affidavit must set forth facts supporting the constitutional or statutory basis for the change.
To move your case to another court, you must make a “Motion to Change Venue” in writing, and file one copy with the Court where your case is currently located and another copy with the Department of Homeland Security.
Section 1404(a) of Title 28 provides that: "for the convenience of parties and witnesses, in the interest of justice, 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 under 28 U.S.C. § 1404(a).
A change of judge in a civil case can arise in two basic scenarios: (1) a motion for change of judge under Ind. Trial Rule 76, and (2) disqualification or recusal under T.R. 79(C). Regardless of the reason for naming a special judge, the first step under T.R.
Nature and Extent of News Coverage. The more extensive the news coverage, the more likely a change of venue is appropriate. However, when the news coverage is so geographically widespread and pervasive throughout the state, a judge may decide that a change of venue may do no good.
Rule 76 - Change of venue (A) In civil actions where the venue may be changed from the county, such change of venue from the county may be had only upon the filing of a verified motion specifically stating the grounds therefor by the party requesting the change.