Extensions of Time

Application for Extension of Time (Brief)

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* This form is an application for an extension of time to file a document in the Court of Appeal of the State of California.
* The applicant must specify the document they need more time to file, the date by which they were originally supposed to file it, and the total number of days they are requesting an extension for.
* The applicant must also state the reason(s) why they need more time to file the document.
* The form must be signed by the applicant and notarized.

Here are some additional details from the form:

* The applicant can request an extension of time for any document that is required to be filed with the Court of Appeal, such as a brief, a motion, or a petition.
* The maximum amount of time that can be granted for an extension is 30 days.
* The applicant must provide a good reason for needing an extension of time. Some examples of good reasons include:
* The applicant is waiting for a ruling from another court.
* The applicant is waiting for discovery to be completed.
* The applicant is experiencing personal or professional difficulties that are preventing them from filing the document on time.
* If the applicant's request for an extension of time is granted, the Court of Appeal will issue an order setting the new deadline for filing the document.

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