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[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Title] [Rhode Island Court Name] [Court Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Motion for Trial Continuance — Attempt to Schedule New Trial [Case Name/Number] Dear [Judge's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to respectfully request a trial continuance in the above-mentioned case, as unforeseen circumstances have arisen that require additional time to adequately prepare. I would like to express my sincere apologies for any inconvenience this may cause to the court, opposing counsel, and all parties involved. However, due to the complexities of the case and the need for further investigation and collection of evidence, it is necessary to postpone the trial in order to ensure a fair and just outcome. The primary reason for this motion is the recent unavailability of a key witness, whose testimony is crucial to the defense. Despite diligent efforts to secure their presence at the scheduled trial date, we were unable to locate the witness in a timely manner. We believe that their testimony is essential to present a strong and comprehensive defense, and their unavailability severely hampers our ability to proceed without prejudice. Furthermore, in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic situation, which has disrupted daily life and functioning, including court operations and access to necessary resources, it has become increasingly challenging to obtain all the required documentation and expert opinions to present an adequately prepared case. Given these circumstances, we respectfully request a trial continuance to afford us the opportunity to locate the witness, gather additional evidence, and consult with expert witnesses, if required. We believe that by scheduling a new trial date, we can ensure a fair and reasoned resolution to this case, in accordance with the principles of justice. We are more than willing to coordinate and discuss potential dates for rescheduling the trial for the convenience of the court and all parties involved. Furthermore, we understand the importance of judicial efficiency and aim to minimize any delays while still upholding our client's right to a fair trial. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We are confident that by granting this motion, we can fulfill our duty to provide diligent representation and promote the interests of justice. We kindly request that you consider our request for a trial continuance sympathetically, and in consideration of the unforeseen circumstances described herein. Should you require any additional information or documentation to support our motion, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your phone number or email address]. I appreciate your time and consideration in this matter. Yours faithfully, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Law Firm's Name, if applicable]
