California · Vehicle Code

VEH §40506.5: Prior to the date upon which the defendant promised to appear and without depositing bail, the defendant may request a continuance of the written promise to appear.

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Prior to the date upon which the defendant promised to appear and without depositing bail, the defendant may request a continuance of the written promise to appear. A judge of the superior court may authorize the clerk to grant the continuance.

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