The presiding officer may grant a continuance of a hearing for good cause shown. Except in cases of emergency, requests for continuance must be made at least five days prior to the date noticed for the hearing.
Rulemaking Authority 14.202, 120.54(5) FS. Law Implemented 120.54(5) FS. History-New 4-1-97.

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Terms Used In Florida Regulations 28-106.304

  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.