PURPOSE: This rule sets forth the manner in which time periods will be computed.

1. (1) In computing any period of time prescribed or allowed by these rules or by order of the commission, the day of the act, event or default after which the designated period of time begins to run is not to beincluded. The last day of the period so computed is to be included, unless it is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, in which event the period runs until the end of the next day which is neither a Saturday, Sunday nor legal holiday.
2. (2) The eommissionmayextend the time set by theserulesor byorderofthecommission either before or after the time period has expired.

3. (3) Any party may move for an extension of the time set by these rules or by order of the commission. The motion shaI1 be in writing and shall state whether any party objects to the extension or that attempts to contact the parties have been futile.

   Auth: section 621.198, RSMo (1986).* Original rule filed Aug. 5,1991, effectiue Feb. 6, 1992. *Original authoority 1965, amended 1978. 1 CSR 156-ADMINISTRATION