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Self-Represented Parties Information Series

Welcome to the Connecticut Judicial Branch Law Libraries Self-Represented Parties Information Series. The following videos and print materials are intended to provide you with general, basic information regarding Connecticut court procedures. New informational material will be added to this page as it becomes available. 

 For each video, we have also provided a link to a print copy which includes the slides and the text of the audio. For further information please visit or contact a Connecticut Judicial Branch Law Library or Court Service Center.

Civil Procedure

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Connecticut Civil Lawsuit Videos [+]
  • Starting a Civil Lawsuit in Connecticut  | PDF Text Version
  • First Steps as a Defendant  |  PDF Text Version
  • Motion to Dismiss  |  PDF Text Version
  • Request to Revise | PDF Text Version
  • Motion to Strike a Complaint | PDF Text Version
  • Defendant’s Filing of an Answer to the Complaint |  PDF Text Version
  • Motion to Open Judgment |  PDF Text Version
  • Writing A Motion |  PDF Text Version
  • Browse Connecticut General Statutes Online
  • Searching Connecticut Statutes Online
How-To Tutorials [+]
  • Application for Waiver of Fees Form in Family Matters JD-FM-75, Fill out and File  |  PDF Text Version
  • Appearance Form JD-CL-12, Fill out and File  | PDF Text Version
  • Financial Affidavit Form, JD-FM-6 SHORT, Fill out and File  | PDF Text Version
  • Starting a Small Claims Case
  • Fill out JD-CV-40, Small Claims Writ and Notice of Suit – Slidecast
  • Fill out JD-CV-123, Statement of Service (Delivery) Small Claims – Slidecast
  • Defend Against a Small Claims Case
  • How-to E-file - Tutorials
Self Help Cards [+]
  • Answer in a Connecticut Civil Action
  • Basic Information on Connecticut Pretrial Civil Procedure
  • Choosing a Date for the Return Day
  • Qualifying for a Civil Annulment in Connecticut
  • Tips for the Self-Represented In Court, In-Person
  • Tips for the Self-Represented Virtual Proceedings
Helpful Links [+]
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  • Civil Procedures (Selected)
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  • Court Records FAQs
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  • Family Forms grouped by type of case
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Fees
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