# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Rule 2.10: Court’s power to extend time under rule 2.6 or rule 2.7

Extent: E+W

(1) The court may extend (even after it has expired) a time limit under rule 2.6 (Exercise of functions of the High Court) or rule 2.7 (Exercise of functions of the Crown Court).
(2) A party who wants an extension of time must—
(a) apply when serving the application for which it is needed; and
(b) explain the delay.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/rule/2.10 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/rule-2.10
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