The clerks shall see that these rules are enforced and shall promptly report any violations thereof to the court.
Section 21-16.Duty of Clerks
Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceCourt clerks must make sure the receivership rules are followed and promptly tell the court about any violations they notice.
Full Text of Section 21-16
Amendment History
(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 501.)
Plain-English Summary
Section 21-16 puts clerks in a watchdog role over receivership proceedings. Clerks are to see that the rules governing receivers are enforced, and if they spot a violation, they must report it to the court promptly rather than letting it slide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the clerk's role in a receivership case?
The clerk watches for compliance with the receivership rules and reports any violations to the court without delay.
What happens if a clerk finds a rule violation?
Section 21-16 requires the clerk to report it promptly to the court, which can then take action.
Does this rule give clerks authority to discipline a receiver?
No. The text only directs clerks to enforce and report; it does not give clerks power to sanction a receiver directly.
Source & verification. The section text is reproduced verbatim from the
official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 21-16). 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. ·
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