Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a § 47a-61
(Formerly Sec. 19-347v). Precedence in trial order.
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Any action for recovery of civil penalties under the provisions of sections 47a-53, 47a-55 and 47a-58 to 47a-61, inclusive, shall have precedence over all others in respect to order of trial, except actions brought by or in favor of the state or upon probate bonds.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-61, civil-penalty actions brought under the related housing statutes (§§ 47a-53, 47a-55, and 47a-58 through 47a-61) are given priority placement on court dockets ahead of most other civil cases. The only matters that take precedence over these actions are cases brought by or on behalf of the state, or cases involving probate bonds. This scheduling rule is designed to move housing-related civil-penalty disputes through the courts more quickly than ordinary civil litigation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers facing civil-penalty claims under the Connecticut housing statutes referenced in Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-61 should be aware that such cases are placed near the front of the trial queue. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough documentation of their practices so they are prepared to respond promptly when a case is scheduled on an expedited basis. Because these matters can move to trial faster than typical civil disputes, having records organized and counsel engaged early is a common practice among well-prepared landlords.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-61 gives civil-penalty actions under the related Connecticut housing statutes a high priority in court scheduling, meaning these cases generally reach trial sooner than most other civil matters. Tenants who believe a landlord has violated the provisions covered by §§ 47a-53 through 47a-61 may find that the expedited trial order works in their favor when pursuing a civil-penalty claim. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office can help tenants understand how this procedural rule fits into the broader process of enforcing housing protections.
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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