Further pleadings, subsequent in their nature, may be had if necessary by leave of the judicial authority.
Section 10-58.—Pleadings Subsequent to Reply
Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceAfter a reply, any further pleading in a Connecticut civil case is allowed only if the judicial authority grants leave for it.
Full Text of Section 10-58
Amendment History
(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 173.)
Plain-English Summary
Section 10-58 covers what happens once the parties have exchanged pleadings through the reply stage. Any additional pleading beyond that point — a rejoinder or similar filing — is not automatic. A party needs leave of the judicial authority before filing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a party file a pleading after the reply without asking the court?
No. Section 10-58 requires leave of the judicial authority before any further pleading beyond the reply may be filed.
What kind of pleading does Section 10-58 cover?
It covers any pleading subsequent in nature to the reply, filed only when the court finds it necessary and grants permission.
Source & verification. The section text is reproduced verbatim from the
official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 10-58). Prescribed by the Judges of the Superior Court of Connecticut (Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 51-14). The plain-English summary is original and written by us. Last verified July 9, 2026. ·
Official source
Also known as: pleadings after the reply CTrejoinder leave of court Connecticutfurther pleadings by leave of judicial authoritysubsequent pleadings beyond reply