So I’m dealing with an eviction, and I need to know if I have to be at the court clerk’s office in person to request a stay or file a motion to set aside. I’m thinking of doing it the day before the eviction date. Anyone have experience with this?
Yeah, you’d probably want to file in person. Online might be too slow if you’re pressed for time.
Rory said:
Yeah, you’d probably want to file in person. Online might be too slow if you’re pressed for time.
Makes sense. But what if I can’t make it first thing in the morning? Will later still work?
Rory said:
Yeah, you’d probably want to file in person. Online might be too slow if you’re pressed for time.
As long as you file as soon as possible, you should be good. The earlier, the better though.
I had to file something similar before. In-person is faster, especially if you’re cutting it close to the eviction date.
Jaime said:
I had to file something similar before. In-person is faster, especially if you’re cutting it close to the eviction date.
True. I’ve heard online can take too long for urgent stuff. Anyone know how early the court opens?
Jaime said:
I had to file something similar before. In-person is faster, especially if you’re cutting it close to the eviction date.
Usually around 8 or 8:30 AM. It’s best to double-check with your local court.
FYI, if the judge doesn’t rule on your motion within 24 hours, you might still have to leave but could move back if they eventually approve it.
Mai said:
FYI, if the judge doesn’t rule on your motion within 24 hours, you might still have to leave but could move back if they eventually approve it.
Wait, what do you mean? Move back in? 
Mai said:
FYI, if the judge doesn’t rule on your motion within 24 hours, you might still have to leave but could move back if they eventually approve it.
Yeah, if your motion gets approved later, you’d have the right to return. Kinda a stressful situation, I know.
Definitely prioritize in-person filing. Even the lawyer I spoke to said it’s better that way.
Haven said:
Definitely prioritize in-person filing. Even the lawyer I spoke to said it’s better that way.
Did they say why in-person is better? Just for timing?
Haven said:
Definitely prioritize in-person filing. Even the lawyer I spoke to said it’s better that way.
Yeah, mainly because it speeds things up. Less chance of delays.
Sorry you’re going through this. Hope everything works out! 
Kian said:
Sorry you’re going through this. Hope everything works out!
Thanks, really appreciate it. It’s been rough.