Rule 17-47. When Appropriate Documents Are Unavailable

Should it appear from the affidavits of a party opposing the motion that such party cannot, for reasons stated, present facts essential to justify opposition, the judicial authority may deny the motion for judgment or may order a continuance to permit affidavits to be obtained or discovery to be had or may make such other order as is just.

Committee Notes

(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 382.)