How Late Can I Request a Continuance

[abishiai]

My question involves traffic court in the State of: California

My court date is coming up (Feb 16) and I'm wondering if it is possible at this point for me to request a delay of the trial?

Thanks!

[That Guy]

Have you been to your arraignment yet (did you enter a plea of "not guilty" and request a trial)? Or will Feb 16th be your first court appearance?

[CourtClerk]

Regardless, it's virtually impossible to reschedule 2 business days before.

[HonkingAntelope]

you'll have to show up and ask the judge - but you'd better have a really good reason for a continuance and why you haven't arranged one sooner.

[H_Hamilton]

I requested a continuance the day of my trial, the Judge granted it without much of a fight. YMMV.