# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Rule 35.5: Court’s power to vary requirements under this Part

Extent: E+W

(1) The court may shorten or extend (even after it has expired) a time limit under this Part.
(2) A person who wants an extension of time must—
(a) apply when serving the application, representations or draft case for which it is needed; and
(b) explain the delay.
[Note. See also rule 35.2(2)(d)(i) and the note to rule 35.2.]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/rule/35.5 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/rule-35.5/enacted
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