What is a court hearing date and how is it set?
Clear explanation of what a hearing date is, how it is set, how to find the date and what happens if you don't attend.
13.03.2026 Updated: 25.10.2026
What is a court hearing date?
A court hearing date is when your case is scheduled to be debated before the judge. At each hearing, the court can: grant a new date (adjournment), admit evidence, debate the merits, or deliver a ruling.
How is the hearing date set?
The first date is set by the judge when the case is registered. Subsequent dates are set at each hearing based on the case stage and court availability.
General information only; this does not constitute legal advice. Data sourced from portal.just.ro.
Frequently Asked Questions
It varies widely: from 5 minutes (simple adjournment) to several hours (full debate). There is no standard duration.
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