The complaint in an interpleader action shall allege only such facts as show that there are adverse claims to the fund or property.
Section 23-43.Interpleader; Pleadings
Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceThis rule requires an interpleader complaint in Connecticut to allege only the facts showing that competing parties have adverse claims to the same fund or property.
Full Text of Section 23-43
Amendment History
(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 538.)
Plain-English Summary
An interpleader action lets a party holding a fund or property facing competing claims ask the court to sort out who is entitled to it. Under this rule, the complaint that starts such an action needs to allege only the facts establishing that adverse claims exist to the fund or property — nothing more is required to plead the case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What must an interpleader complaint allege in Connecticut?
Only the facts showing that there are adverse claims to the fund or property at issue.
What is an interpleader action for?
It lets a party holding property or funds subject to competing claims bring those claimants into one case so the court can decide who is entitled to it.
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official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 23-43). 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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