Don't Let Your Connecticut Exhibits Get Rejected
Get the complete Connecticut exhibit requirements checklist. Know exactly what Conn. Judicial Branch form JD-CL-28 (List of Exhibits) requires before your filing deadline.
- Exhibit exchange deadlines in Connecticut are set at 30 days before trial (Practice Book §13-4).
- Exhibit practice in Connecticut centers on the Connecticut Superior Courts.
- Connecticut's e-filing file-size limit is commonly cited as 50 MB per document, but limits change — confirm the current limit with the court or clerk before filing.
- Hartford: Complex Litigation Docket.
- New Haven: Major commercial docket.
- Connecticut's exhibit procedure is governed by Practice Book §13-4.
- A common Connecticut exhibit-filing mistake: missing 30-day exhibit exchange deadline.
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Every year, Connecticut courts reject exhibits for:
- Wrong marking convention
- Missing electronic bookmarks
- Non-compliant file formats
This guide prevents those mistakes.
Quick Reference
These conventions reflect common practice but have not been independently verified with the court — confirm with your clerk before filing.
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Note: This guide provides general information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and local variations exist. Always verify current requirements with the specific court where you are filing.
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About Connecticut Exhibit Requirements
Connecticut Superior Court filings go through the Judicial Branch E-Services portal at eservices.jud.ct.gov—you need a Connecticut Juris number to register, not just a bar number. Exhibit practice runs under Practice Book § 13-4 and § 15-4. Hartford, New Haven, and Fairfield County handle the major civil dockets.
Court rules and e-filing requirements change frequently. Verify current requirements with your local court clerk or official court website before filing. This content is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice.
What's in the Guide
- Complete Connecticut exhibit marking requirements
- Connecticut Judicial Branch E-Services procedures and requirements
- County-specific rules for Hartford, New Haven, and Fairfield
- Mandatory statewide e-filing system guide (CT Judicial Branch)
- Superior Court exhibit requirements across Connecticut
- File size limits and PDF formatting rules (50 MB per document)
- Exchange deadlines: 30 days before trial per Practice Book §13-4
- Practice Book citations and pre-trial disclosure requirements
County-Specific Rules Covered
Hartford
- • Complex Litigation Docket
- • State capital location
New Haven
- • Major commercial docket
- • Federal courthouse proximity
Fairfield (Bridgeport)
- • High-volume commercial cases
- • NYC-area business disputes
Pro Tips Included
- •Register for e-filing with your Juris number
- •Request Complex Litigation Docket for appropriate cases
- •Exchange exhibits 30 days before trial
- •Confirm final exhibit lists are filed ahead of the pre-trial conference per Practice Book §13-6
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 1.Missing 30-day exhibit exchange deadline
- 2.Not having valid Juris number for e-filing
- 3.Failing to request Complex Litigation Docket when appropriate
- 4.Omitting the final exhibit list required before trial under Practice Book §13-6
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Connecticut Exhibit FAQs
What are the Connecticut exhibit marking requirements?
Connecticut courts require exhibits to be marked clearly with party prefix and sequential numbering. Plaintiffs use P-1, P-2, P-3 format and defendants use D-1, D-2, D-3 format. Pre-trial disclosures must be made 30 days before trial per Practice Book §13-4.
Does Connecticut require e-filing for exhibits?
Yes, Connecticut has mandatory e-filing for all attorneys through the Connecticut Judicial Branch E-Services system. Superior Courts require electronic filing of trial exhibits at eservices.jud.ct.gov. The file size limit is 50 MB per document, with text-searchable PDFs preferred. Attorneys must have a Juris number for identification.
What is the exhibit exchange deadline in Connecticut?
Under Practice Book §13-4, exhibits must be disclosed 30 days before trial unless otherwise ordered by the court. Exhibit lists are required at the pre-trial conference, and authenticity stipulations are encouraged to streamline proceedings.
Are there special exhibit rules for Hartford courts?
Yes, Hartford Superior Court operates a Complex Litigation Docket for insurance and commercial cases. The Complex Litigation Docket may have additional exhibit requirements and earlier deadlines. Hartford is the state capital location and handles significant insurance industry litigation.
Does Connecticut have a unified court system or separate county courts?
Connecticut operates a unified Superior Court system without separate county-level trial courts, though judicial districts (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield, and others) handle filings for their geographic area. This means exhibit procedures under the Practice Book apply consistently statewide, with judicial-district-level dockets like the Complex Litigation Docket layered on top for qualifying cases.
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