Extending Court Date Tips

Summary

You can request a court date extension in Illinois by filing a motion for continuance. Valid reasons include medical emergencies, pre-planned travel, lack of preparation time, or unavoidable work conflicts, all with proper documentation. File the motion promptly before the court date.

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What good excuse for extension?
Some good excuses for requesting an extension in Illinois include:
- Medical emergencies (with documentation).
- Pre-planned travel or vacation (booked before the court date was set, with proof).
- Lack of adequate time to prepare your case (especially if new evidence or witnesses have been found).
- Unavoidable work conflicts (with proof from your employer).
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