Can a court case be postponed at short notice?

Mr.Tamzarian | 08:44 Fri 13th Apr 2007 | Law

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My son in law is due in court on Monday 16th April on a motoring charge. However, he had a bad accident last night (Thurs) and broke his leg, plus he received other injuries. Can he contact the court today (Fri) and ask for a postponement because of his injuries? If yes, who does he contact? Any help appreciated. Thanks.

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kittywoo

if he is using a solicitor first call would be to him/her or if not a call to the court direct should be okay i wouldnt leave it till last minute though and they may wish to see evidence eg a doctors note. hope that helps

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as kitty says contact clerk of the court,asap and explain,if they ask for drs letter,then send one,but if you are scamming it,beware because they will investigate.

Mr.Tamzarian

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Thank you. It's not a scam. He phoned this morning and they agreed a postponement of 4 weeks.

He's got concussion and has got to have a scan on Monday. Thanks again.

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