270-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-16 - Continuances, Extensions of Time, and Duty to Confer

(a) A motion for a continuance of any scheduled hearing shall be in writing, state the reasons for the motion, and be filed and served on all parties and the hearing officer. A request for a continuance filed less than five days before a scheduled hearing shall be granted only upon a showing of good cause.

(b) A motion for an extension of time for performing any act prescribed or allowed by these rules or by order of the hearing officer shall be filed and served on all parties and the hearing officer prior to the expiration of the applicable time period. A motion for extension of time shall be granted only upon a showing of good cause.

(c) A moving party shall make reasonable efforts to contact all parties, representatives, and attorneys before filing a motion for continuance or extension of time. A motion for continuance or extension of time shall include a statement concerning efforts made to confer with the other party(s) and position(s) on the motion.

(d) Continuances relating to mediation shall be made no later than 30 days prior to the date of the hearing, as referenced in Section 4(b) of this Chapter.

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270-2 Wyo. Code R. § 2-16

Amended, Eff. 7/20/2017.