A motion is a formal request made to a judge for relief or action while a lawsuit is ongoing. This can include a request to dismiss the case, a request for more time to file a response or to conduct discovery, or a request for a ruling on a particular issue.

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A Motion Is

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A motion is:

A) A juror's request to deliver his or her theory of the case to the judge
B) A request to a judge for relief that is made while a lawsuit is ongoing
C) A request for a relief break to use the restroom while court is in session
D) The walkway the judge uses from his or her office to the courtroom

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