Idaho Sample Letter for Motion to Continue

• Category: Letters - Legal - Motions
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-0856LTR
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Designation] [Courthouse Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Motion to Continue — [Case Name and Number] Dear Honorable [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing as [your position in the case: the petitioner/plaintiff or the respondent/defendant] in the aforementioned case to respectfully request a continuance of the scheduled [hearing/trial] on [date] due to [provide valid grounds for the motion to continue]. As per Idaho's [state code/rule], I am entitled to seek a continuance of this [hearing/trial] if satisfactory reasons justify the need for more time. In light of the following circumstances, I believe it is crucial to postpone the [hearing/trial] to a later date: 1. [Specify the reason for the continuance, backed by factual details] — [Example: I recently underwent an unexpected medical procedure that makes it physically impossible for me to attend the [hearing/trial] on the scheduled date.] 2. [Add a second valid reason supporting the motion] — [Example: My legal counsel has recently encountered an unforeseen personal emergency, and his/her unavailability puts my defense/plaintiff's case at a severe disadvantage.] 3. [Provide additional details to strengthen the motion, if necessary] — [Example: A crucial witness essential to establish my defense/plaintiff's case has fallen ill, and his/her testimony is vital for an accurate verdict. The postponement will allow him/her sufficient time to recover and present his/her testimony effectively.] I assure the court that I am not making this motion with the intention of delaying the judicial process, but rather to ensure a fair trial/hearing where all parties involved can adequately present their arguments and evidence. Granting this motion is essential for upholding the principles of justice and maintaining the integrity of the proceedings. Considering the circumstances mentioned above, I kindly request that the [hearing/trial] be postponed to a later date suitable for all parties involved. I would be grateful if you could provide an alternate date for the rescheduled proceedings. Furthermore, I undertake the responsibility of promptly notifying all concerned parties about the granted continuance and the subsequent rescheduled [hearing/trial] date. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I sincerely hope that you find merit in my request. If needed, I am available for a hearing on this motion. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Designation] [Courthouse Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Motion to Continue — [Case Name and Number] Dear Honorable [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing as [your position in the case: the petitioner/plaintiff or the respondent/defendant] in the aforementioned case to respectfully request a continuance of the scheduled [hearing/trial] on [date] due to [provide valid grounds for the motion to continue]. As per Idaho's [state code/rule], I am entitled to seek a continuance of this [hearing/trial] if satisfactory reasons justify the need for more time. In light of the following circumstances, I believe it is crucial to postpone the [hearing/trial] to a later date: 1. [Specify the reason for the continuance, backed by factual details] — [Example: I recently underwent an unexpected medical procedure that makes it physically impossible for me to attend the [hearing/trial] on the scheduled date.] 2. [Add a second valid reason supporting the motion] — [Example: My legal counsel has recently encountered an unforeseen personal emergency, and his/her unavailability puts my defense/plaintiff's case at a severe disadvantage.] 3. [Provide additional details to strengthen the motion, if necessary] — [Example: A crucial witness essential to establish my defense/plaintiff's case has fallen ill, and his/her testimony is vital for an accurate verdict. The postponement will allow him/her sufficient time to recover and present his/her testimony effectively.] I assure the court that I am not making this motion with the intention of delaying the judicial process, but rather to ensure a fair trial/hearing where all parties involved can adequately present their arguments and evidence. Granting this motion is essential for upholding the principles of justice and maintaining the integrity of the proceedings. Considering the circumstances mentioned above, I kindly request that the [hearing/trial] be postponed to a later date suitable for all parties involved. I would be grateful if you could provide an alternate date for the rescheduled proceedings. Furthermore, I undertake the responsibility of promptly notifying all concerned parties about the granted continuance and the subsequent rescheduled [hearing/trial] date. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I sincerely hope that you find merit in my request. If needed, I am available for a hearing on this motion. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]