Hartford Civil Records Online

Hartford civil court records are maintained at the Hartford Judicial District Superior Court located at 95 Washington Street. All civil cases filed in Hartford go through this courthouse. You can search cases online through the Connecticut Judicial Branch database or visit the courthouse in person. The online system includes civil filings from Hartford and eighteen other towns in the district. Records include contract disputes, personal injury claims, property matters, housing cases, and other civil litigation. The clerk's office operates from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Courthouse doors open at 8:30 a.m. for early access.

Hartford Judicial District

The Hartford Judicial District is at 95 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Call the Chief Clerk's Office at 860-548-2700. The fax number is 860-548-2711. This district serves nineteen towns: Avon, Bloomfield, Canton, East Granby, East Hartford, East Windsor, Enfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Granby, Hartford, Manchester, Marlborough, Simsbury, South Windsor, Suffield, West Hartford, Windsor, and Windsor Locks.

The Hartford courthouse has multiple buildings. The main civil court is at 95 Washington Street. Small claims and housing cases are at 80 Washington Street. Family court is at 90 Washington Street. All locations are within walking distance of each other in Hartford.

The Court Service Center can help with forms and procedures. Call 860-706-5064 for assistance. Staff answer questions about filing cases and court processes. The center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. All Hartford civil records are searchable online at civilinquiry.jud.ct.gov.

There is also a Geographical Area court at 101 Lafayette Street, Hartford, CT 06106. The Chief Clerk's Office there is 860-566-1630. This location handles local matters for the Hartford area.

Search Hartford Cases Online

Hartford civil court records are free to search online. Visit the Connecticut Case Look-up Portal. Select civil cases from the options. Search by party name, docket number, or attorney. The system shows all cases from the Hartford Judicial District.

Results display the case type and filing date. You can view the current status and scheduled hearings. The docket shows all filings and court events. For disposed cases, contact the Superior Court Records Center. Email SuperiorCourtRecordsCenter@jud.ct.gov with the case name and docket number. Call 860-263-2750 for phone requests. Files are typically ready in one to two business days.

Note: You can search for attorneys at jud.ct.gov/attorneyfirminquiry to see all cases involving a specific lawyer or firm.

Civil Case Types

Hartford courts handle a wide range of civil matters. Contract disputes are common. These cases involve broken agreements or unpaid debts. Property cases deal with real estate, land, or boundary disputes. Personal injury claims seek money for harm caused by car crashes, falls, or other incidents.

Small claims cases are limited to $5,000. Home improvement contract disputes can reach $15,000 in small claims court. Housing cases cover evictions and landlord-tenant issues. Family court handles divorce, custody, and child support. Each type follows different procedures.

Civil case files are public records unless sealed by a judge. Connecticut law at CGS 1-210 requires public access to records. You can request copies of any document in a case file. Some personal info may be redacted from public versions.

File a Civil Case in Hartford

Filing a civil case requires official court forms. Go to jud.ct.gov/webforms for the civil forms category. Download the forms you need. Fill them out completely. You can file in person at the clerk's office or use e-filing.

E-filing is available for most civil cases. Create an account through the Judicial Branch E-Services portal. You can submit documents online any time. This saves trips to the courthouse. The Court Service Center can help you set up e-filing.

Filing fees vary by case type. Most civil cases cost several hundred dollars to file. You can apply for a fee waiver if you have low income. Submit a waiver application with proof of your financial situation. The court reviews your application and decides if you qualify.

Get Copies of Records

For active cases, visit the clerk's office at 95 Washington Street. Staff can make copies for you. Court documents cost $1.00 per page. Administrative records are $0.25 per page. Certified copies have an additional fee.

For closed cases, email SuperiorCourtRecordsCenter@jud.ct.gov. Include the case name and docket number. The Centralized Services Unit will retrieve the file. Small files can be emailed at no charge. Large files must be picked up in person. Processing takes one to two business days.

Call the clerk's office at 860-548-2700 to ask about specific cases. Some records require ID before staff can release them. The How to Obtain Records page has complete instructions.

Hartford Court Service Center

The Hartford Court Service Center helps people who represent themselves. It is at the courthouse on Washington Street. Open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Staff answer questions about procedures. They cannot give legal advice.

Services include computers, printers, and court forms. You can use the internet for case research. Staff show you how to look up case info. Notary services are free. Email Court.ServiceCenter@jud.ct.gov or call the manager at 203-965-5288.

Legal Assistance in Hartford

Statewide Legal Services offers free help to low-income residents in Hartford. They handle civil cases involving housing, family law, and consumer problems. The Connecticut Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. Call to find an attorney who handles civil cases in your area.

Court staff can direct you to helpful resources but cannot give legal advice. For specific legal guidance, consult an attorney. Self-help guides are available on the Judicial Branch website.

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