# 28 C.F.R. § 76.8 (2026): Time computations

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_8

## Section

- **Citation:** 28 C.F.R. § 76.8 (2026)
- **Heading:** Time computations
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 28 CFR: Judicial Administration / Chapter I: DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE / Part 76: RULES OF PROCEDURE FOR ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL PENALTIES FOR POSSESSION OF CERTAIN CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES / § 76.8: § 76.8   Time computations.

## Text

(a)
Generally.
In computing any period of time under this part or in an order issued hereunder, the time begins with the day following the act, event, or default requiring service, and includes the last day of the period unless it is a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday observed by the federal government, in which case the time period includes the next business day. When the period of time prescribed is eleven (11) days or less, intermediate Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays shall be excluded in the computation.
(b)
Date of entry of orders.
In computing any period of time involving the date of the entry of an order, the date of entry shall be the date the order is signed by the Judge.
(c)
Computation of time for service by mail.
Whenever a party has a right or is required to do some act or take some action within a prescribed period after service of a pleading, paper, or notice and the pleading, paper, or notice is served upon the party by mail, three (3) days shall be added to the prescribed period.

## Nearby sections

- [28 C.F.R. § 76.1 (2026) § 76.1   Purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_1.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.2 (2026) § 76.2   Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_2.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.3 (2026) § 76.3   Basis for civil penalty.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_3.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.4 (2026) § 76.4   Enforcement procedures.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_4.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.5 (2026) § 76.5   Complaint.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_5.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.6 (2026) § 76.6   Service and filing of documents.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_6.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.7 (2026) § 76.7   Content of pleadings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_7.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.8 (2026) § 76.8   Time computations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_8.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.9 (2026) § 76.9   Responsive pleading—answer.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_9.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.10 (2026) § 76.10   Motions and requests.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_10.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.11 (2026) § 76.11   Notice of hearing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_11.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.12 (2026) § 76.12   Prehearing statements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_12.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.13 (2026) § 76.13   Parties to the hearing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_13.md)
- [28 C.F.R. § 76.14 (2026) § 76.14   Separation of functions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T28_P76_S76_14.md)

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