Article 3 Application for an extension of time

An application may be made in writing for the period of 28 days specified in rule 2(4) to be extended.

The application may be made either before or after that period has expired.

The application must be accompanied by a statement setting out the reasons why the applicant is or was unable to make the application within that period and a copy of the application and the statement must be sent to every other party to the proceedings.

An application for an extension of time under this rule shall be determined by the magistrate without a hearing unless the magistrate otherwise directs.

The court administration officer shall notify all the parties of the magistrate’s decision.