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1.) Address of Court 2.) Case type code (See list on reverse page 1)
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3.) Is this claim between a es ene tenant? Ors235 to question #3, the rental property is located in the following town:
(Select one)~ [] Yes ONESTONA St Windsor,CT OWOQr
Parties Name (Last, First, Middle Initial) and 320 ae Eee Party (Number; Street; P.O. Box; Town; State; Zip; Country, if not USA)
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Instructions to plaintiff
Small Claims Court is where a person can sue for money damages only up to $5,000
In the case of a home improvement contract, money damages are limited up to $15,000
You may also ask for interest and costs.
When a residential tenant sues a landlord for the return of a withheld security deposit, the cour! may award the tenant twice the amount of
the security deposit even if the total amount of damages and costs, combined, is greater than $5,000.
The Small Claims Court does not hear libel and slander cases.
The numbered sections of these instructions correspond to the numbered sections of the form. For more information, see How Small
Claims Court Works (JOP-CV-45) at the Clerk's Office or at www.jud.ct.gow/faq/smaliclaims.htm|
q Address of Court
Landlord or Tenant: Enter the town where the rental property is located.
Individual: Enter one of the following: the town (a) where you live, (b) where the defendant lives or where the defendant's business is
located, or (c) where the transaction or injury occurred.
Business Entity (including a domestic or United States corporation or a limited liability company): Enter one of the following: the town
(a) where the defendant lives, (b) where the defendant is doing business, or (c) where the transaction or injury occurred.
Note: An out-of-state-individual defendant must own real or personal property in Connecticut to be sued in small claims court.
Case Type Codes: Select one code that best describes your case:
Code Description
S00 Collection - Credit Card (Original Owner)
S05 Collection - Hospital
$10 Collection - Medical Non-Hospital
S15 Collection - Purchased Debt
$20 Contract - Home Improvement
$25 Contract - Other
S50 Tort - Motor Vehicle
S55 Tort - Other
S90 All Other
H11 Housing - Return of Security Deposit
H13 Housing - Rent and/or Damages
Landlord/Tenant Dispute
Select appropriate box.
Rental Property Location
If this is a landlord/tenant dispute, then write in which town the rental property is located.
Plaintiff(s)
You are the plaintiff because you are suing the defendant. If there is more than one plaintiff, use’the Continuation of Parties
(form JD-CV-67). Enter the complete and correct legal name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address each plaintiff. For each
plaintiff, select the box for the type of plaintiff.
Attorney Information
If you are an attorney complete this section
Defendant(s)
The defendant is the person you are suing. Use one box for each defendant. For more than two defendants, use the Continuation of
Parties (form JO-CV-67). Enter the complete and correct legal name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address for each
defendant. For each defendant, select the box for the type of defendant,
Statute of Limitations
There is a time limit for starting a case. The time limit is different for each type of case. See General Statutes §§ 52-573 through
52-5984.
Address Verification
Select the box(es) that made you confident you are using the correct address for the defendant(s).
10. Amount Claimed
Enter the amount of money you claim the defendant owes you. Do not include the filing fee. The amount must be within the limits noted
above. If you claim pre-judgment interest or double damages because your landlord wrongfully withheld your security deposit, select
the box(es) that apply.
11. Reason for Claim
Clearly describe your case. You may attach additional pages. Explain your claim for money damages, interest, and/or double damages
for a wrongfully withheld security deposit. You may attach copies (not originals) of documents to support your case (for example, a
lease or contract). Attachments may not be returned to you. Bring original documents to your hearing.
12. Signature and Oath
You must sign the form in front of the person who is taking your oath. The person‘taking your oath must also sign,
Keep a copy of everything
Next Steps: After completing the form, serve (deliver) it to each defendant. Whether you hire a state marshal to serve the form, or you
perform the service yourself, a copy of the completed form and the Instructions to Defendant (form JD-CV-121) must be delivered to each
defendant before filing those documents with the court. See How to Serve (Deliver to Defendant) a Small Claim Writ and Notice of Suit
(form JD-CV-122) for instructions. After all documents have been served, file the original of this form, copies of your supporting documents,
and Statement of Service (form JD-CV-123) for each defendant with the court. Pay the appropriate entry fee. Keep alll originals of
supporting documents.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DEFENDANT This form is available STATE OF CONNECTICUT
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JO-CV-121 Rev. 2-18 SUPERIOR COURT
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Please read the instructions carefully.
For more information, get a copy of How Small Claims Court Works (form JDP-CV-45) from a Clerk's Office, Court
Service Center or on the Judicial Branch website, at www.jud.ct.gov/publications/C
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You may also find information on the Small Claims Frequently Asked Questions page on the Judicial Branch website at
www, jud.ct.gov/fag/smaliciaims. html or by contacting the clerk's office or a Court Service Center.
What is the Smal! Claims Writ and Notice of Suit (form JD-CV-40) that i have received?
The person suing you (called the plaintiff) has delivered to you (served.on you) a copy of the Small Claims Writ and.
Notice of Suit {form JD-CV-40).and any documents related to your case. The Small Claims Writ and Notice of Suit.
contains the plaintiff's complaint, which explains, how much money the. plaintiff claims you owe them and the reasons
why the they think you-owe them.
How do | defend my case?
In.order to.respond to the plaintiffs complaint, you must complete an , Answer form and return it to court.-The court.will
send you,an Answer form. The Answer form will.tell you.the court house where you must return the form and the.
date by which you must return it.
You shquld receive an Answer form within six (6) weeks, but if-you do not, call the clerk's offige.to ‘ask why. you have
not received it yet. Do not file a response until you receive an Answer fo!
The Answer form contains an Answer section, where you respond to the plaintiff's claims, and a Counterclaim section,
where you can make claims against the plaintiff. The Answer section must be completed. It is up to you whether you
complete the Counterclaim. There is a fee for filing a counterclaim, which is discussed below.
How do! respond to the plaintiff's claims? - Filingan Answer
The Answer is your chance to respond or reply to the plaintiff's claim. You may admit or deny ail or part of the plaintiff's
claim. Your Answer should be specific, but brief. Complete the form and sign it. Keep a copy for yourself and send a
copy to each attorney or other representative of the plaintiff or, if the plaintiff is representing themselves, send a copy
to the plaintiff. If you are not filing a Counterclaim, send the original Answer form to the court at the address listed on
the form by mail, fax or hand delivery. The court must receive your Answer form on or before the Answer Date. If
you are filing a Counterclaim, see the discussion on Counterclaims, below.
What if | know | owe the plaintiff some money?
If you know you owe the plaintiff something, but do not agree on the amount in the claim or are not sure how much you
owe, you should file an Answer. This gives you a chance to come to court for a hearing (also called a trial) to question
how the plaintiff added up the amount claim or to say why you think the amount should be different.
What if | admit that | owe the plaintiff all of the money they are asking for but want time to pay?
If you are sure that you owe the entire amount claimed by the plaintiff but want or need more time to pay, you may say
this on the Answer form and file it with the court. You may ask for a period of time during which you can make
payments in an amount that you suggest. If you ask for more time, but do nol ask for a specific time period or amount,
the court will enter a judgment with an order of payments of $35 each week until the judgment is paid. If you ask to pay
less than $35 per week, and the plaintiff does not agree, a hearing will be scheduled. A judgment against a business
and a judgment against a landlord for return of a security deposit will be ordered to be paid in a lump sum.
What if | pay the full amount.plus costs, if any, before the Answer Date?
If you pay the plaintiff, plaintiff's representative, or plaintiff's attorney the full amount of the claim plus costs, if any,
before the Answer Date, you should say that on the Answer form and file it with the court.
Do not send payment(s) to the Court.
What should | do if the plaintiff owes me money? - Filing a Counterclaim
if you claim that the plaintiff owes you money, you may wish to file a Counterclaim. First, you should complete the
Answer portion of the Answer form. Then you may complete the Counterclaim section of the Answer form. In that
section, explain why you think the plaintiff owes you money and how much money you claim the plaintiff owes you.
When you have completed the form, sign it. Keep a copy for yourself and send a copy to each attorney or other
representative of the plaintiff or, if the plaintiff is representing.themselves, send a copy to the plaintiff. Send the original
Answer form to the court at the address listed on the form by mail or hand delivery along with a filing fee.of $95. The
court must receive your answer form on or before the answer date. You cannot fax a Counterclaim and its
filing fee to thie court.
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If you do not file an Answer in writing with the. court, a money judgment may be entered against you. This is called.a
delai ' (judgment. After the Answer Date has ‘passed, your-case willbbe Treviewebi ate who will decide
Magistr ate,
whether a judgment should enter withoul a héaring or if a hearing must be scheduled. The Magistrate may award the
plaintiff the full amount of their claim, plus court costs.
What happens if | file an Answer? Wili'l have a trial?
!f you file an Answer,the -Court.will: schedule_a.hearing( alled.a tri ial), ne-is.requir ed, ‘he-court sen you
a notice letting you know exactly when’and where your e will be heard. Do not come to court fora hearing
on the Answer Date listed onthe Answer form. Cases af heduled for hearing as quickly as possible.
What happens if | file a Counterclaim? will I have: a trial?
If you file a Counterclaim with’ anbtice'wiltbersent t6 ‘you and the plaintiff letting éveryone*know that-a
Counterclaim has been filed’z faint hen they must filé their Answer to the Couriterdlaimn Aftér the
Counterclaii Answer Date has pass the 4 con will schedule'a hearing (also.called a trial), if-« one is.requited.-The. se
court will send you a notice letting: you knov Xactly whén and where your case will be heard.:Do not'corie to
court for a hearing on the Answer Date listed on the Answer form. Cases are scheduled for héaring as quickly as
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What do I need to bring to Court r my hearing (trial)?
On the day of your hearing, you should bring all of your witnesses dnd any evidence you have. Thi may include'bills,’
invoices, checks, damage-estimate: ictures-or other documents. Evidence may also inélu déféctive-or”
damagéd goods that can bé‘brough safely and ‘eabily i ito the court. Be prepared’ and organized so that you can’
present your complete case. A small -clalitis judgi vent cannot ‘be appealed.
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2 - ae STATE OF CONNECTICUT KE EE SMALL CLAIMS WRIT AND NOTICE OF SUIT This form is available SUPERIOR COURT JO-CV-40 Rev. 7-22 in other language(s). SMALL CLAIMS SESSION pe CGS, §§ 51-15, 51-345(9) 2 www jud.ct.gov Cea 1.) Address of Court 2.) Case type code (See list on reverse page 1) SO _Wasnwa ton St. Hartford , CT OWlOY MS 3.) Is this claim between a es ene tenant? Ors235 to question #3, the rental property is located in the following town: (Select one)~ [] Yes ONESTONA St Windsor,CT OWOQr Parties Name (Last, First, Middle Initial) and 320 ae Eee Party (Number; Street; P.O. Box; Town; State; Zip; Country, if not USA) Name: OYE EN INS Wom 5.) First Address: 32O CONE STO YA » CT OLORS| SF: So\netsor (Select one) [] ttc [[] Partnership plaintiff Telephone: (GLO )10F- 9282] E-mail: +Cheyenne@g mei: Conn a individual ["] DBA [_] Corporation 6.) Name, address, and zip code of Attorney for plaintifi(s) Attorney's Juris Number Telephone number (w/area code) ~ 7 NamexShONOKON we 7.) First CT Otacop{setect one) (J Luc rinership defendant Address: 325..COW A Oe.eagle Rd Bloonnfeld) | oh Individual [_] DBA ‘orporation - Telephone:(4.\Q ) R41 -O8G6G E-mail: SNANAVANMEAgie Gomail-cd {JJ For more than 1 plaintiff/defendant, attach Continuation of Parties (form JD-CV-67) and select this box. .) If this claim is a consumer debt, which is a debt or obligation made primarily for personal, family, or household reasons, ovnlg ina you - PP eo believe the statute of limitations has not expired. is & & 8 = Sh a o ) In the last 6 months, how did you verify that the address given for defendant(s) is accurate? 3 Select all boxes that apply and provide the dates verified. aS & 23 mz oF S ee 3 (J | checked town or city records (for example, checking a street list or tax records) on: (date) ee a oe {J | checked with the Department of Motor Vehicles on: (date) Boa3 wh (date) | received correspondence (letters or other mail) from the defendant with that return address on: received other WeAce. from the defendant that the address is current (describe details below) Cut rend A joe mutt es Aress 6 ON but sne Nove not (CJ Atleast 4 weeks before this action wasbee ™ senta | seer by fies been returned to me by the United States Postal Service as of: é consists rst es ™ail to the defendant al (date) Mi Realy e address soy Im it has not [RELI .0 0 | musco CD Plus pre-judgment interest”* ( Plus double damages for security deposit withheld** **You MUST explain how much you want for each item in section 11 below. *The Amount claimed cannot exceed $5, 00 000 or$75,000 for Fhonie*improvement-contract. case (S20).-—~"= oe ~ — “if you coo are claiming pre-judgment interest or double damages for security deposit withholding, select the box(es). Do not include these AaMOUMS in BOX 10. To defendant(s): ) You are being sued. The plaintiff(s) claims you owe this money for the following reasons: UN POU Ch ~ ene Cuind VATS BRAC OF Grea: Did Nor pay Staring Devemmner \PBANd Nos Messaged we srehng sre wul Hor De PAayping - ?¢ sy The person signing below, being duly sworn, states that he or she has read the claim above and Tne hfonmationepntaneaT ih this form and, to the best of his or her knowledge, information and belief, there is good ground to support the claintandthe infogmati i$True. eet 42.) Signe: Type in name of person Signing at left and tle, Tappyeatis| Fof-Gourt Use Only (Date/Stamp) IMPs ADA NOTICE The Judicial Branch of the State of Connecticut complies with the Americans with 7 aTrm Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the DockepBomber z ADA, contact a court clerk or an ADA contact person listed at www-jud.ct.gov/ADA. 2 7 Ue ude Ean VINO - eye MO uy SIV OG ee ~ on - oe 2 cs t. ce oo wegen nl ae - a nee wens oa eee oe a —. ete aoe ene — eee nee ” wee ee ae a ee. eer oe ~~ aren wo — we an z ?r Instructions to plaintiff Small Claims Court is where a person can sue for money damages only up to $5,000 In the case of a home improvement contract, money damages are limited up to $15,000 You may also ask for interest and costs. When a residential tenant sues a landlord for the return of a withheld security deposit, the cour! may award the tenant twice the amount of the security deposit even if the total amount of damages and costs, combined, is greater than $5,000. The Small Claims Court does not hear libel and slander cases. The numbered sections of these instructions correspond to the numbered sections of the form. For more information, see How Small Claims Court Works (JOP-CV-45) at the Clerk's Office or at www.jud.ct.gow/faq/smaliclaims.htm| q Address of Court Landlord or Tenant: Enter the town where the rental property is located. Individual: Enter one of the following: the town (a) where you live, (b) where the defendant lives or where the defendant's business is located, or (c) where the transaction or injury occurred. Business Entity (including a domestic or United States corporation or a limited liability company): Enter one of the following: the town (a) where the defendant lives, (b) where the defendant is doing business, or (c) where the transaction or injury occurred. Note: An out-of-state-individual defendant must own real or personal property in Connecticut to be sued in small claims court. Case Type Codes: Select one code that best describes your case: Code Description S00 Collection - Credit Card (Original Owner) S05 Collection - Hospital $10 Collection - Medical Non-Hospital S15 Collection - Purchased Debt $20 Contract - Home Improvement $25 Contract - Other S50 Tort - Motor Vehicle S55 Tort - Other S90 All Other H11 Housing - Return of Security Deposit H13 Housing - Rent and/or Damages Landlord/Tenant Dispute Select appropriate box. Rental Property Location If this is a landlord/tenant dispute, then write in which town the rental property is located. Plaintiff(s) You are the plaintiff because you are suing the defendant. If there is more than one plaintiff, use’the Continuation of Parties (form JD-CV-67). Enter the complete and correct legal name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address each plaintiff. For each plaintiff, select the box for the type of plaintiff. Attorney Information If you are an attorney complete this section Defendant(s) The defendant is the person you are suing. Use one box for each defendant. For more than two defendants, use the Continuation of Parties (form JO-CV-67). Enter the complete and correct legal name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address for each defendant. For each defendant, select the box for the type of defendant, Statute of Limitations There is a time limit for starting a case. The time limit is different for each type of case. See General Statutes §§ 52-573 through 52-5984. Address Verification Select the box(es) that made you confident you are using the correct address for the defendant(s). 10. Amount Claimed Enter the amount of money you claim the defendant owes you. Do not include the filing fee. The amount must be within the limits noted above. If you claim pre-judgment interest or double damages because your landlord wrongfully withheld your security deposit, select the box(es) that apply. 11. Reason for Claim Clearly describe your case. You may attach additional pages. Explain your claim for money damages, interest, and/or double damages for a wrongfully withheld security deposit. You may attach copies (not originals) of documents to support your case (for example, a lease or contract). Attachments may not be returned to you. Bring original documents to your hearing. 12. Signature and Oath You must sign the form in front of the person who is taking your oath. The person‘taking your oath must also sign, Keep a copy of everything Next Steps: After completing the form, serve (deliver) it to each defendant. Whether you hire a state marshal to serve the form, or you perform the service yourself, a copy of the completed form and the Instructions to Defendant (form JD-CV-121) must be delivered to each defendant before filing those documents with the court. See How to Serve (Deliver to Defendant) a Small Claim Writ and Notice of Suit (form JD-CV-122) for instructions. After all documents have been served, file the original of this form, copies of your supporting documents, and Statement of Service (form JD-CV-123) for each defendant with the court. Pay the appropriate entry fee. Keep alll originals of supporting documents. JO-CV-40 Rev. 7-22 (Print Form] we a - . . wee “ ~ we — aa + a oa _. ee ee —— eens ae ~ _ lane ae a Bousipese! Sie a ae woe <7 INSTRUCTIONS TO DEFENDANT This form is available STATE OF CONNECTICUT ESKS (NOTICE TO PERSON BEING SUED) in other language(s). JO-CV-121 Rev. 2-18 SUPERIOR COURT www jud.ct.gov eis Please read the instructions carefully. For more information, get a copy of How Small Claims Court Works (form JDP-CV-45) from a Clerk's Office, Court Service Center or on the Judicial Branch website, at www.jud.ct.gov/publications/C V04 You may also find information on the Small Claims Frequently Asked Questions page on the Judicial Branch website at www, jud.ct.gov/fag/smaliciaims. html or by contacting the clerk's office or a Court Service Center. What is the Smal! Claims Writ and Notice of Suit (form JD-CV-40) that i have received? The person suing you (called the plaintiff) has delivered to you (served.on you) a copy of the Small Claims Writ and. Notice of Suit {form JD-CV-40).and any documents related to your case. The Small Claims Writ and Notice of Suit. contains the plaintiff's complaint, which explains, how much money the. plaintiff claims you owe them and the reasons why the they think you-owe them. How do | defend my case? In.order to.respond to the plaintiffs complaint, you must complete an , Answer form and return it to court.-The court.will send you,an Answer form. The Answer form will.tell you.the court house where you must return the form and the. date by which you must return it. You shquld receive an Answer form within six (6) weeks, but if-you do not, call the clerk's offige.to ‘ask why. you have not received it yet. Do not file a response until you receive an Answer fo! The Answer form contains an Answer section, where you respond to the plaintiff's claims, and a Counterclaim section, where you can make claims against the plaintiff. The Answer section must be completed. It is up to you whether you complete the Counterclaim. There is a fee for filing a counterclaim, which is discussed below. How do! respond to the plaintiff's claims? - Filingan Answer The Answer is your chance to respond or reply to the plaintiff's claim. You may admit or deny ail or part of the plaintiff's claim. Your Answer should be specific, but brief. Complete the form and sign it. Keep a copy for yourself and send a copy to each attorney or other representative of the plaintiff or, if the plaintiff is representing themselves, send a copy to the plaintiff. If you are not filing a Counterclaim, send the original Answer form to the court at the address listed on the form by mail, fax or hand delivery. The court must receive your Answer form on or before the Answer Date. If you are filing a Counterclaim, see the discussion on Counterclaims, below. What if | know | owe the plaintiff some money? If you know you owe the plaintiff something, but do not agree on the amount in the claim or are not sure how much you owe, you should file an Answer. This gives you a chance to come to court for a hearing (also called a trial) to question how the plaintiff added up the amount claim or to say why you think the amount should be different. What if | admit that | owe the plaintiff all of the money they are asking for but want time to pay? If you are sure that you owe the entire amount claimed by the plaintiff but want or need more time to pay, you may say this on the Answer form and file it with the court. You may ask for a period of time during which you can make payments in an amount that you suggest. If you ask for more time, but do nol ask for a specific time period or amount, the court will enter a judgment with an order of payments of $35 each week until the judgment is paid. If you ask to pay less than $35 per week, and the plaintiff does not agree, a hearing will be scheduled. A judgment against a business and a judgment against a landlord for return of a security deposit will be ordered to be paid in a lump sum. What if | pay the full amount.plus costs, if any, before the Answer Date? If you pay the plaintiff, plaintiff's representative, or plaintiff's attorney the full amount of the claim plus costs, if any, before the Answer Date, you should say that on the Answer form and file it with the court. Do not send payment(s) to the Court. What should | do if the plaintiff owes me money? - Filing a Counterclaim if you claim that the plaintiff owes you money, you may wish to file a Counterclaim. First, you should complete the Answer portion of the Answer form. Then you may complete the Counterclaim section of the Answer form. In that section, explain why you think the plaintiff owes you money and how much money you claim the plaintiff owes you. When you have completed the form, sign it. Keep a copy for yourself and send a copy to each attorney or other representative of the plaintiff or, if the plaintiff is representing.themselves, send a copy to the plaintiff. Send the original Answer form to the court at the address listed on the form by mail or hand delivery along with a filing fee.of $95. The court must receive your answer form on or before the answer date. You cannot fax a Counterclaim and its filing fee to thie court. we * What happens if | do not file an Answer? If you do not file an Answer in writing with the. court, a money judgment may be entered against you. This is called.a delai ' (judgment. After the Answer Date has ‘passed, your-case willbbe Treviewebi ate who will decide Magistr ate, whether a judgment should enter withoul a héaring or if a hearing must be scheduled. The Magistrate may award the plaintiff the full amount of their claim, plus court costs. What happens if | file an Answer? Wili'l have a trial? !f you file an Answer,the -Court.will: schedule_a.hearing( alled.a tri ial), ne-is.requir ed, ‘he-court sen you a notice letting you know exactly when’and where your e will be heard. Do not come to court fora hearing on the Answer Date listed onthe Answer form. Cases af heduled for hearing as quickly as possible. What happens if | file a Counterclaim? will I have: a trial? If you file a Counterclaim with’ anbtice'wiltbersent t6 ‘you and the plaintiff letting éveryone*know that-a Counterclaim has been filed’z faint hen they must filé their Answer to the Couriterdlaimn Aftér the Counterclaii Answer Date has pass the 4 con will schedule'a hearing (also.called a trial), if-« one is.requited.-The. se court will send you a notice letting: you knov Xactly whén and where your case will be heard.:Do not'corie to court for a hearing on the Answer Date listed on the Answer form. Cases are scheduled for héaring as quickly as possible. + 1 * o What do I need to bring to Court r my hearing (trial)? On the day of your hearing, you should bring all of your witnesses dnd any evidence you have. Thi may include'bills,’ invoices, checks, damage-estimate: ictures-or other documents. Evidence may also inélu déféctive-or” damagéd goods that can bé‘brough safely and ‘eabily i ito the court. Be prepared’ and organized so that you can’ present your complete case. A small -clalitis judgi vent cannot ‘be appealed. ae wee wine a ~ ee a 3 x a ADA NOTICE The Judicial Branch of the State of Connecticut complies with the Ameri ns with Disabilities Act (ADA). Mf you need a reasonable. accommodation. in accordance with the ADA, contact a court clerk or an ADA contact person listed al wwiv.jud.cl.gov/ADA