Connecticut General Statutes 42a-2A-717 – Lessor’s right to possession of goods
(a) Upon a default by the lessee under a lease contract of the type described in subsection (a) or subdivision (1) of subsection (c) of § 42a-2A-716 or, if agreed, upon other default by the lessee, the lessor may take possession of the goods. If the lease agreement so provides, the lessor may require the lessee to assemble the goods and make them available to the lessor at a place to be designated by the lessor which is reasonably convenient to both parties. Without removal, the lessor may render unusable any goods employed in trade or business and may dispose of goods on the lessee’s premises.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 42a-2A-717
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
(b) A lessor may proceed under subsection (a) of this section without judicial process if it can be done without breach of the peace, or the lessor may proceed by judicial process.