The issue joined on a complaint brought under section 47a-43 shall be tried by the judge, unless one of the parties, before the issue is joined, moves for a jury and gives bond with sufficient surety to the adverse party to answer all damages in case he fails to make his plea good.

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Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 47a-44

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.