Rescheduling Court Date Tips

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Rescheduling a court date depends on the jurisdiction and case specifics. Generally, you can request a continuance from the court directly, but the DAs office might not have the authority to reschedule. In Rutherford County, NC, contact the Clerk of Superior Courts Office at (828) 288-6100 to explain your situation and ask about the procedure for requesting a continuance. If directed to the DAs office, follow their instructions and document all efforts, possibly bringing a witness to confirm your attempts.

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I do not have a lawyer and was given one day to find a ride to court. I wasn't able to find one. Is it possible to get my court date rescheduled by going to speak to someone at the DA's office?
Hello ****, rescheduling a court date depends on the jurisdiction and the case. However, generally:
- You can request a continuance from the court directly.
- The DA's office might not have the authority to reschedule.
- It's recommended to contact your local court clerk ASAP.
May I know your location, so I can provide a more specific advice?
Rutherford county North Carolina
Sure, ****. In Rutherford County, NC, here is what you could do:
- Contact the Clerk of Superior Court's Office at (*) *-*.
- Explain your situation and ask about the procedure for requesting a continuance.
- It's best to do this as soon as possible.
I did contact the clerk and they told me to go up to the DA's office
In that case, you should follow their instructions and visit the DA's office. However, it's crucial to document all your efforts and even bring a witness if possible. This helps confirm your efforts in case it's needed later in court.