CCRP 708 - Continuance and recess; definitions

LA Code Crim Pro 708 (2018) (N/A)
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Art. 708. Continuance and recess; definitions

A continuance is the postponement of a scheduled trial or hearing, and shall not be granted after the trial or hearing has commenced. A recess is a temporary adjournment of a trial or hearing that occurs after a trial or hearing has commenced.