A written or verbal request asking a judge to decide on a matter related to your case.
Motions, once submitted, are often followed by a hearing on the motion to decide whether the request should be approved or denied. In bankruptcy court, your creditors may file a "Motion for Relief from the Automatic Stay" asking the judge to allow them to repossess your vehicle or take other collection actions against you.
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