How do I request a stay of proceedings in small claims court?

To request a stay of proceedings in small claims court in California, you will need to fill out and file a Request for Order (Form SC-150). With this form, you can ask the court to postpone or stay (delay) the proceedings. In the form, you will need to identify the type of stay that you are requesting, the name of the case, the court location, and your contact information. You will also need to provide a brief explanation of why you need a stay of proceedings, such as to gather additional evidence, to pursue a settlement, or if you are facing a health or family emergency. Once you have completed the form, you must file it with the court clerk. Before doing so, you should make sure you have copies of all paperwork related to your case and a copy of the Request for Order form to give to the other party in the case. After you have filed the Request for Order form, you should wait for the court’s response. The court may decide to grant or deny your request. If the court grants your request, they will issue an order that states the new date for the proceedings. Make sure that you abide by that date to avoid any additional complications in your case.

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