An Illinois Continuance Order is a court order issued by an Illinois Circuit Court that allows a case to be continued or postponed. There are two types of Illinois Continuance Orders: a Scheduling Continuance Order and a Trial Continuance Order. A Scheduling Continuance Order allows the court to reschedule or continue hearings, conferences, and other proceedings in a case. This type of order is typically issued at the request of one or both parties in the case, and must be approved by the court before taking effect. A Trial Continuance Order is issued to postpone or continue a trial date. This type of order is usually issued when the parties or court need additional time to prepare for trial or if one of the parties is ill or otherwise unable to participate in the trial. This order is also subject to the court's approval before taking effect.