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FL-306 Request and Order to Continue

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ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY (Name and Address):

TELEPHONE NO.:

FOR COURT USE ONLY

FL-306

ATTORNEY FOR (Name):

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF

STREET ADDRESS:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY AND ZIP CODE:

BRANCH NAME:

PLAINTIFF:

DEFENDANT:

APPLICATION AND ORDER FOR REISSUANCE OF ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE

CASE NUMBER:

1. Applicant is (specify):

2. Applicant requests the court to reissue the Order To Show Cause and Temporary Restraining Order originally issued as follows:

a. Order To Show Cause was issued on (date):

b. Order To Show Cause was last set for hearing on (date):

c. Order To Show Cause has been reissued previously (number of times):

3. Applicant requests reissuance of the order because:

a. Defendant/Defendant Petitioner/Plaintiff Other Party could not be served as required before the hearing date.

b. The hearing was continued because the parties were referred to court mediators, conciliation court, or family court services.

c. (specify):

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Date:

ORDER

4. IT IS ORDERED that the Order To Show Cause issued as shown in item 1 above is re-issued and reset for hearing in this court as follows:

Date:

time:

dept.:

rm.:

at the street address of the court shown above.

a. A copy of this order must be attached to documents that must be served on the Respondent/Defendant

Petitioner/Plaintiff Other party As directed in the Order to Show Cause.

b. All other orders contained in the Order to Show Cause and Temporary Restraining Order remain in full force and effect unless modified by this order. THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE AND THIS ORDER EXPIRE ON THE DATE AND TIME OF THE HEARING SHOWN IN THE BOX ABOVE UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE COURT.

c. Other (specify):

Date:

JUDICIAL OFFICER

Form Adopted by for Manditory Use

Judicial Council of California

FL-306 [Rev. January 1, 2003]

APPLICATION AND ORDER FOR REISSUANCE

OF ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE

(Family Law — Domestic Violence Prevention — Uniform Parentage)

page 1 of 1

CCP 527(b)

electronic form ©2002

WWW.LawCA.com

Law Publishers

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What the FL-306 Request and Order to Continue Is

The FL-306 Request and Order to Continue is a court form used to request that a scheduled hearing, trial date, or other court event be continued to a later date and, if approved, to create an official court order reflecting the new date. The form identifies the moving party, explains the reason for the continuance request, and asks the judge or clerk to set a new date or to grant a continuance for a specified period. Proper completion and timely service are essential to avoid missed deadlines or denial by the court.

Why the FL-306 Matters for Case Management

FL-306 clarifies the requested change in court scheduling, preserves procedural rights, and creates a written order the court can enforce. A complete FL-306 reduces the risk of miscommunication and supports efficient case/calendar management.

Why the FL-306 Matters for Case Management

Who Typically Prepares and Signs an FL-306

Always confirm whether local court rules require accompanying declarations, proof of service, or a proposed order when filing FL-306.

  • Self-represented litigants who cannot attend a scheduled hearing and need additional time to prepare or secure counsel.
  • Attorneys seeking a continuance for case preparation, witness availability, or to resolve procedural conflicts.
  • Court staff processing requests presented by parties or their counsel for judicial review and order entry.

Step-by-step: Completing the FL-306 Request and Order to Continue

Follow these steps to prepare a clear, court-ready FL-306 and reduce processing delays.

  • 01
    Identify Case: Enter case number, court name, and parties as shown on prior filings.
  • 02
    State Reason: Describe why the continuance is needed with factual details and dates.
  • 03
    Proposed Date: Provide the requested new hearing date or a reasonable continuance period.
  • 04
    Signature: Sign, date, and include contact information for the requesting party or attorney.

Core Elements to Include on a Professional FL-306

A complete FL-306 has structured fields and supporting attachments when required; include every element the local rule checklist asks for.

Caption

Full court name, county, and case caption to identify the matter.

Case Number

Exact case number used by the court docket.

Current Hearing Info

Original hearing date, time, and department or judge name if available.

Grounds for Continuance

Concise factual explanation demonstrating need for more time or rescheduling.

Proposed New Date

Requested date or timeframe, plus alternate dates if applicable.

Signature and Contact

Signature, printed name, date, and contact details for the requesting party or counsel.

How to Configure an Online Workflow for FL-306

Set up a consistent digital process to populate, review, sign, and serve the FL-306 with auditability.

Field Configuration
Auto-fill Caption Map case management fields to form caption to avoid manual entry errors
Required Fields Mark Case Number, Hearing Date, Reason, and Signature as mandatory
Signer Order Set role-based signing (requesting party → opposing counsel → court if required)
Notifications Enable email/SMS alerts for completed filing and service status

Typical Digital Process for Submitting an FL-306

A simple online workflow reduces errors and creates a record of service and approval.

  • Prepare: Upload form template and prefill case fields from your case management system
  • Review: Route to counsel or client for factual verification and sign-off
  • Sign: Collect signatures with verifiable audit trail and signer authentication
  • Serve and File: Deliver proof of service and submit the signed form to the court per local rules

Delivery and eSubmission Options for FL-306

Confirm acceptable submission channels with the clerk and include any required proposed order or supporting declarations to avoid rejection.

  • Court E‑filing: Use the court’s approved e-filing system when available; follow formatting and PDF/A rules
  • Email or Upload: If local rules permit, submit signed FL-306 as a PDF attachment and include proof of service
  • Physical Filing: Deliver or mail a signed original with proof of service when electronic filing is not available

Required information commonly found on FL-306

Case Number: Full docket identifier
Court Name: Jurisdiction and county
Hearing Date: Original date/time
Requested Date: Proposed new date or period
Reason: Grounds for continuance
Signature: Printed name and contact

Consequences of an incomplete or late FL-306

Request Denied: Case proceeds
Missed Deadlines: Waived rights
Sanctions: Possible court sanctions
Service Failure: Invalid order
Record Rejection: Clerk may refuse filing
Attorney Costs: Additional legal fees

Common preparation mistakes to avoid with FL-306

  • Missing or incorrect case number causing the court to misfile the request and delay processing.
  • Failing to attach required declarations or a proposed order when local rules mandate them.
  • Not verifying e-filing or service rules for the specific court, leading to rejected submissions.
  • Submitting unsigned forms or lacking contact information for the requesting party or counsel.

Timing considerations and expectations when requesting a continuance

Timeframes and service requirements differ by court; plan ahead and submit FL-306 early to allow judicial review.

File Promptly:

Submit as soon as the need for continuance is known

Serve Parties:

Provide opposing parties timely notice per local rules

Attach Evidence:

Include supporting declarations or medical records if relied upon

Proposed Order:

Attach a proposed order for the judge to sign if required

Check Calendar:

Confirm judge availability before requesting a specific new date

eSignature vendor pricing and feature snapshot for FL-306 digital workflows

Comparing basic plan price points and common features can help determine the best eSignature option for preparing, signing, and serving FL-306 electronically.

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Frequently asked questions about FL-306 completion and eSubmission

Answers to common issues when preparing, signing, and filing FL-306; confirm local rules for court-specific variations.


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