Connecticut General Statutes 52-516 – Commencement of action of replevin. Prejudgment remedy
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(a) An action of replevin shall be commenced by a writ of summons or attachment, describing the parties, the court to which it is returnable and the time and place of appearance. The writ shall be signed as in other civil actions and may run into any judicial district.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 52-516
- Attachment: A procedure by which a person's property is seized to pay judgments levied by the court.
- Summons: Another word for subpoena used by the criminal justice system.
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
(b) An action of replevin, to the extent that it includes a prejudgment remedy as defined in § 52-278a, shall not be allowed unless the provisions of sections 52-278a to 52-278f, inclusive, are complied with.