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CT County Guide

Hartford County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Session (Superior Court) • Population: 899,498

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$45 - $100
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Hartford Superior Court — Small Claims

Address

80 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106

Court Website

https://www.jud.ct.gov

Local Tips

  • Hartford County has four small claims court locations serving different towns
  • Check which courthouse serves your municipality before filing
  • Small claims limit is $5,000 in Connecticut

How to File in Hartford County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Connecticut small claims court (up to $5,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Hartford County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Session (Superior Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Connecticut

6 years
Written Contracts
3 years
Oral Contracts
2 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Connecticut

Motor vehicle cases up to $5,000
Online filing available

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Hartford County, Connecticut, visit your local courthouse at 80 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106 or the Small Claims Session (Superior Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($45 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Connecticut small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Hartford County.

In Connecticut, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Hartford County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Connecticut typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Hartford County may vary depending on court schedules.

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