A. Motions Defined: For purposes of this rule, all pretrial and posttrial motions and similar filings which require a hearing or action by the judge, such as special appearances, demurrers, applications for temporary relief, criminal arraignments, sentencings, hearings on appeal, and orders to show cause, are motions. 

   B. Motion Days: Motion days for each county shall be held at least monthly, as reflected by the annual published schedule of each division of the court.

   C. Date and Time of Hearing:

   (1) Before the filing of any motion, the moving party shall obtain a date and time of hearing for the motion from the clerk of the court or bailiff, as directed by the court. The clerk or bailiff shall schedule the motion for hearing at least 7 days after the motion is filed.

   (2) The motion and a notice of hearing shall be served on all other parties and accompanied by proof of service. The court may decline to hear any motion which is not accompanied by such notice of hearing and proof of service.

Amendment approved May 15, 2024.