Research Guides

Information prepared by the Connecticut Judicial Branch: 

• The Small Claims Process (pdf) 

• Small Claims Court Frequently Asked Questions

• How Long Do I Have To Start A Small Claims Lawsuit?

• Small Claims Directory

Pathfinders prepared by the Connecticut Judicial Branch law librarians:

• Motion to Transfer – Small Claims (See section 2)

Pamphlets Prepared by the Legal Assistance Resource Center of Connecticut:

• Small Claims Court - pdf and text

• Chapter 922a. Hearing of Small Claims
• Sec. 52-251a. Costs, attorney's fees on small claims matter transferred to regular docket

Connecticut Judicial Branch Forms

• JD-CV-40. Small Claims Writ and Notice of Suit

Connecticut Practice Book

• Chapter 24. Small Claims

Connecticut Public Acts

• P.A. 05-42. An Act Concerning Damages in Small Claims Actions (Effective October 1, 2005)