Tolland County Civil Records

Civil court records in Tolland County are kept at the Tolland Judicial District courthouse in Rockville. This court handles all civil cases from the county's thirteen towns. You can search these records online or visit the courthouse to view files in person. The online case lookup system is free to use and covers contracts, property disputes, personal injury claims, and other civil matters. All Tolland County civil records are managed through Connecticut's unified court system. The Judicial Branch makes these documents available to the public under state law.

Tolland Judicial District

The Tolland Judicial District is located at 69 Brooklyn Street in Rockville, Connecticut. The zip code is 06066. This courthouse serves all thirteen towns in Tolland County. The Chief Clerk's Office can be reached at 860-896-4920. The fax number is 860-875-0777. Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The doors open at 8:30 a.m.

A Court Service Center operates within the courthouse at 860-896-4945. The law library is at 860-896-4955. For family services, call 860-872-4088. All civil case files for Tolland County are kept at this location. You can access docket information and case details during business hours.

Geographical Area No. 19 court is at 20 Park Street in Rockville. This location handles certain matters. The Chief Clerk's Office there is 860-870-3200. Juvenile matters are heard at 25 School Street in Rockville. Rockville is part of the town of Vernon. The two merged in 1965.

Towns served by Tolland Judicial District include Andover, Bolton, Columbia, Coventry, Ellington, Hebron, Mansfield, Somers, Stafford, Tolland, Union, Vernon, and Willington. Each town files its civil cases at the Rockville courthouse. All records from these towns can be found through the statewide online system.

How to Search Civil Records

The Connecticut Judicial Branch runs a free online case lookup system. Go to civilinquiry.jud.ct.gov to start a search. You can look up cases by party name, docket number, or attorney name. The system shows results from Tolland County and all other Connecticut courts. Results include the filing date, case type, and current status. You can see who filed the case and who is being sued.

For disposed or older cases, contact the Superior Court Records Center. Email SuperiorCourtRecordsCenter@jud.ct.gov with the case name and docket number. You can also call 860-263-2750. Files are usually ready within one or two business days. The center can email small files for free. Larger files must be picked up at a court location in Tolland County. Some files may require you to show proof of ID.

You can also visit the clerk's office in person. Bring the docket number if you have it. Staff can pull up case info on their computer system. They can make copies of documents from the case file. Copy fees apply. The clerk's office is open during normal court hours at the Rockville courthouse.

Civil Case Types in Tolland County

Contract disputes are a common civil case type. These involve broken business agreements or unpaid debts. Property cases deal with land boundaries, real estate sales, or title issues. Personal injury claims seek money for harm caused by another party. This might include car accidents, slip and fall incidents, or medical malpractice.

Housing cases go through a special housing session. Evictions and landlord-tenant disputes are handled there. Small claims court is for cases under $5,000. The limit goes up to $15,000 for home improvement contract disputes. Family court handles divorce, custody, and child support matters. Each case type has its own forms and procedures in Tolland County courts.

All civil cases create public records unless a judge seals them. Connecticut General Statutes Section 1-210 requires public agencies to make records available. This includes court files. You can request copies of any document in a case file. Some personal information may be removed from public copies to protect privacy.

Forms and Filing Procedures

Official court forms are on the Judicial Branch website at jud.ct.gov/webforms. The site has forms for all case types. You can download them and fill them out on your computer. Forms are sorted by category such as civil, family, and small claims. All forms are free to download.

E-filing is available for most civil cases in Tolland County. This lets you file documents online any time. You need to set up an account first. E-filing saves trips to the courthouse. The Court Service Center can help you get started with e-filing and answer questions about the system.

Filing fees vary by case type. Most civil cases cost several hundred dollars to file. If you have low income, you can apply for a fee waiver. You must show proof of your financial situation. The court will decide if you qualify. Forms for fee waivers are on the Judicial Branch website.

Copies and Record Requests

To get copies of court records, visit the clerk's office at the Tolland courthouse. Staff can make copies from the case file. The fee is $1.00 per page for court documents. Administrative records cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies have an added fee. You must pay in cash or by check in Tolland County.

For disposed cases, the Superior Court Records Center handles requests. Send an email to SuperiorCourtRecordsCenter@jud.ct.gov with the case name and docket number. The center will retrieve the file from storage. They can email it to you if the file is small enough. Larger files must be picked up at a courthouse. Processing takes one to two business days.

You can look up attorney information at jud.ct.gov/attorneyfirminquiry. This shows all cases involving a specific lawyer. It helps you find cases if you know the attorney's name but not the docket number. The system is free to use and covers Tolland County cases.

Note: Some files may require proof of identification before the clerk can release them.

Court Service Center Resources

The Tolland Court Service Center helps people who do not have a lawyer. It is inside the courthouse at 69 Brooklyn Street in Rockville. Call 860-896-4945 for more info. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Staff can answer questions about court procedures. They cannot give legal advice.

Services include computers, printers, and internet access. You can use these to research your case or fill out forms. Court forms are available in print and online. Staff can show you how to look up case info and docket entries. Notary services are also available at no charge.

The center provides a workspace where you can prepare documents. Some centers have bilingual staff. If you need to file a civil case or respond to one, the Court Service Center is a good place to start. All services are free to the public in Tolland County.

Legal Help in Tolland County

Statewide Legal Services offers free legal help to low-income residents. They handle civil cases involving housing, family law, and consumer issues. The Connecticut Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. You can call to get connected with an attorney who practices in Tolland County.

The law library at the Tolland courthouse is open to the public. You can research legal issues and review Connecticut statutes there. Court staff can point you to helpful resources but cannot give legal advice. For specific legal guidance, you need to talk to a lawyer.

Self-help guides are on the Judicial Branch website. These explain how to file common types of civil cases. You can learn about procedures and what documents you need. The Court Service Center also has printed guides and information sheets available in Tolland County.

Major Towns in Tolland County

Tolland County includes two towns with populations over 25,000. Click below to learn more about accessing civil court records for these locations.

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