Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-44
(Formerly Sec. 52-463). Judge to try issue unless jury moved for and bond posted.
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The issue joined on a complaint brought under section 47a-43 shall be tried by the judge, unless one of the parties, before the issue is joined, moves for a jury and gives bond with sufficient surety to the adverse party to answer all damages in case he fails to make his plea good.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-44, disputes arising from a complaint filed under § 47a-43 are decided by a judge by default. Either party may instead request a jury trial, but only if that request is made before the legal issue is formally joined and is accompanied by a bond with adequate surety to cover any damages if the requesting party does not prevail on their plea. This provision establishes the procedural framework for how the mode of trial is determined in these summary process actions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-44 means that landlords involved in a § 47a-43 summary process action should be aware that the case will ordinarily proceed before a judge rather than a jury. A compliant operator who wishes to request a jury trial generally ensures that the motion is made before the issue is joined and that a proper surety bond is posted at that time. Understanding this procedural requirement helps property managers anticipate the timeline and format of the proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-44 gives tenants facing a § 47a-43 complaint the same right as landlords to request a jury trial, provided the request comes before the issue is joined and is backed by a sufficient surety bond. If no such request is timely made and bonded, the case will be heard by a judge alone. Tenants who want to understand how this procedural rule may affect their situation can consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general guidance.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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