Fla. R. Civ. P.–S.V.P. 4.260

A motion for continuance by either party must be in writing

unless made in a hearing in open court and must be signed by the

party or attorney requesting the continuance. The motion must

state the facts that the movant contends entitles the movant to a

continuance. If a continuance is sought on the ground of non-availability of a witness, the motion must state when the witness

will be available. The trial may be continued once upon the request

of either party for not more than 120 days upon a showing of good

cause, or by the court on its own motion in the interests of justice,

when neither party will be substantially prejudiced. No additional

continuances may be granted unless the court finds that a manifest

injustice would otherwise occur. Continuances should be ordered

only upon a showing of good cause. A motion for continuance on

behalf of the respondent must state the respondent has been

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advised of all consequences of the request and of any rights waived

by the motion.