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Hartford County, Connecticut

Established in 1666, Hartford County was one of the founding counties of Connecticut and covers 751 square miles of the state's north-central region. The county is also Connecticut's second-most populous county, with over 898,600 residents. Connecticut's capital city, Hartford, is the county seat. The Superior Court is the highest court responsible for handling civil and criminal cases within Hartford County's court system. Additionally, the county has a Probate Court that serves as the lower court.

The Superior Court operates at the Hartford Judicial District courthouse in Hartford City. This court has general jurisdiction over several cases and is divided into the Criminal, Civil, Family, and Juvenile Matters Divisions. Hartford County Superior Court also operates Geographical Area Court branches in several locations, including Hartford, New Britain, Manchester, Bristol, and Enfield. Typical cases handled by the Superior Court include breaches of contract, property disputes, small claims, misdemeanors and felonies, divorces, traffic violations, and juvenile delinquency. Hartford County's Probate Court handles probate matters concerning trusts and estates, conservatorships, guardianship for minors and incapacitated individuals, and mental health commitments. Several probate courts across the county serve multiple cities/towns, including Bristol, Berlin, East Hartford, Farmington, Glastonbury, South Windsor, West Hartford, and Simsbury.

In 2022, Hartford County reported a crime rate of 49.2 per 1,000 residents. The Connecticut Judicial Branch Statistics show that the Hartford Judicial District Superior Court handled 17,502 civil cases (new filings and pending cases) in 2023. The court also resolved 9,077 civil cases during the year. Likewise, the Criminal Division of the Hartford Judicial District Superior Court concluded 290 of the 817 total criminal cases it handled. Furthermore, the Court finalized 4,448 family law cases out of the 5,262 family cases it processed. During this period, the Court processed 1,364 juvenile cases, resulting in 1,135 case dispositions. In Hartford County, the Clerk of Court keeps court records at the courthouse where the case was heard. These records can be accessed online or at the Clerk's Office. However, only eligible individuals or those with valid court orders can access confidential court records.

The judiciary of Hartford County plays an essential role in its governance, striving to deliver justice in all types of legal disputes it handles. The court structure comprises the Superior Court and the Probate Court. Court records in Hartford County are easily accessible online to provide transparency within the court system.

Hartford County, CT - Courthouses

Connecticut Supreme Court

Court Type: Supreme Court
Street Address: 231 Capitol Ave
Website URL: https://www.jud.ct.gov/supremecourt/
Phone: 860-757-2200
Fax: 860-757-2217
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M
Judge: Hon. Richard A. Robinson
Clerk: Carl D. Cicchetti
Parking: Metered parking is available on both sides of Lafayette Street and Washington Street. A public parking garage is available at 21 Oak Street.
Public transportation: Local Bus Service: CT Transit Bus Lines
Languages: Multiple Language
Email: external.affairs@jud.ct.gov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Connecticut-Supreme-Court/135526116481350
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/connecticut-supreme-court/
Special Access: Access in the rear of the building, accessible from the staff parking lot between Lafayette and Oak streets. There are a limited number of handicap parking spots in the gated staff lot, which is accessible from Oak Street. Use the intercom at the gate to speak to security about the availability of parking. Once at the accessible door, use the intercom to request entry from security.
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Connecticut Appellate Court

Court Type: Appellate Court
Street Address: 75 Elm Street
Website URL: https://www.jud.ct.gov/appellatecourt/
Phone: 860-713-2192
Fax: 860-713-2216
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M
Judge: Hon. William H. Bright, Jr.
Clerk: Carl D. Cicchetti
Clerk Phone: 860- 757-2200
Clerk Fax: 860-757-2217
Parking: There is a pay parking lot immediately next to Appellate Court, on the corner of West and Elm Streets.
Public transportation: Local Bus Service: CT Transit Bus Lines
Forms & Filing: Forms
Languages: Multiple Language
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/State-of-Connecticut-Appellate-Court/161199547241047
Special Access: Access located on the right side of the building. Handicap parking, which is next to the entrance, is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Use the intercom at the accessible entry to summon security.
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Hartford District Superior Court

Court Type: Superior Court
Street Address: 95 Washington Street
Website URL: https://www.jud.ct.gov/directory/directory/directions/26.htm
Phone: 860-548-2850
Fax: 860-548-2887
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Judge: Hon. David M. Sheridan
Clerk: Brandon Pelegano
Clerk Phone: 860-548-2700
Clerk Fax: 860-548-2711
Parking: Metered Parking is available on both sides of Lafayette and Washington Streets. The meters take only coins or credit cards. Public Courthouse Parking is also available on Grand Street. To get to Grand Street go down Lafayette Street past the Courthouse and juror parking lot and take your first right onto Grand Street, which is a one-way street.
Public transportation: Local Bus Service: CT Transit Bus Lines (https://www.cttransit.com/).
Forms & Filing: Afficial Forms
Languages: Multiple Language
Email: claudia-beth.jalowka@jud.ct.gov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hartford-Judicial-District-Superior-Court-Housing-Hartford-Housing-Clerk/1626315630967174
ADA: Adam Bulewich
ADA Phone: 860-548-2700 x 3709
ADA Fax / Email: Adam.Bulewich@jud.ct.gov
Special Access: Wheelchair access is on the building's right side, from Washington St. A handicapped parking space, just outside the staff parking lot on Washington St., is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To gain access to the Courthouse from the accessible entrance, use the intercom just outside the door to summon a Judicial Marshal.
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Hartford County, CT - Sheriff's Office

Hartford County Sheriff's Office

Location Type: Sheriff's Office
Street Address: 20 Franklin Square
Phone: 860-515-5065
Sheriff Phone: 860-515-5065
About/Additional Info: The Hartford County Sheriff's Department (also known as the Hartford County Sheriff's Office) was a 300-person law enforcement agency that served the twenty-nine towns of Hartford County, Connecticut in North Central Connecticut.
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hartford_County_Sheriff%27s_Department_Connecticut
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