(a) We compute time periods as follows:
(1) We do not include the first day of the period.
(2) If the last day of the period is a Saturday, Sunday, or Federal holiday, we extend the period to the next business day.
(3) If the period is 7 days or less, we do not include Saturdays, Sundays, or Federal holidays.
(b) If you were served a document (by domestic mail) that requires or permits a response, you may add 3 days to any period for response.
(c) If you need additional time to file a response, follow the rules in these tables.
(1) You may request an extension--
Table 20.306(c)(1)--How to Request an Extension------------------------------------------------------------------------
If the response period-- By--------------------------------------------------------------------------Has not expired........................ Telephone, letter, or motion.Has expired............................ Only by motion describing why
the failure to file was
excusable.------------------------------------------------------------------------
(2) You file your request as follows:
Table 20.306(c)(2)--Where to File an Extension Request------------------------------------------------------------------------
Then you file your request
If-- with the--------------------------------------------------------------------------An ALJ has not been assigned.............. Hearing Docket Clerk.
An ALJ has been assigned.................. ALJ.Your case is on appeal.................... Hearing Docket Clerk.------------------------------------------------------------------------