Yes, you are correct -- IRLJ 2.6 (a)(4) ONLY applies to CONTESTED hearings. There is NO SUCH PROVISION for a mitigation hearing. Why? Simple -- you've already pleaded GUILTY! There can be NO dismissal. In fact, if you read
IRLJ 3.4 (c), you'll see this statement:
The court doesn't even have the option of finding you "not guilty" or dismissing the case. The word "shall" means "MUST".
The only way to obtain a dismissal of charges is to CONTEST the infraction. Now, of course, you can always CHANGE your plea -- but then the clocks start all over again. So, do yourself a favor. Unless you want to contest the charges, quit worrying about a dismissal or 21 day deadlines.
Barry