Tolland Judicial District Superior Court
Filing information for Tolland Judicial District Superior Court in Vernon, CT. Part of the Tolland County small claims court system.
Small claims in Connecticut — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$95
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Connecticut small claims guide · The form that starts a case (JD-CV-40): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Tolland Judicial District Superior Court
69 Brooklyn Street
Vernon, CT 06066
Mailing Address
69 Brooklyn Street
Vernon, CT 06066
Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Andover, Bolton, Columbia, Coventry, Ellington, Hebron, Mansfield, Somers, Stafford, Tolland, Union, Vernon, Willington. (Manchester, East Windsor, South Windsor, and Enfield have an option to file in Tolland or Hartford.)
How to File at Tolland Judicial District Superior Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Filers are solely responsible for ensuring that all submitted documents are complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable statutes, rules, orders, and procedures.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Connecticut
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Tolland Judicial District Superior Court?
Filing fees in Connecticut are set by the state and are $95. If you can't afford the fee, Connecticut offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Tolland County?
Small claims cases in Tolland County are limited to $5,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Tolland Judicial District Superior Court?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Tolland Judicial District Superior Court, and when is it open?
Tolland Judicial District Superior Court is at 69 Brooklyn Street, Vernon, CT 06066. Posted hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone: (860) 896-4920. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Vernon?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.