(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—
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|---|
| Has not expired | Telephone, letter, or motion.
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| 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
| If—
| Then you file your request with the—
|
|---|
| An ALJ has not been assigned | Hearing Docket Clerk.
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| An ALJ has been assigned | ALJ.
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| Your case is on appeal | Hearing Docket Clerk. |