(a) The findings of facts shall be in writing, and in accordance with Section 19-8. The fact finder shall include in the finding of facts the number of days on which hearings concerning that case were held. It shall be signed by the fact finder and should include an award of damages, if applicable.
Section 23-56.—Finding of Facts
Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceThis section governs how a fact finder must write up findings of facts, including a damages award, and requires filing them with the court clerk within 120 days of completing the hearing.
Full Text of Section 23-56
(b) The fact finder may accompany the finding of facts with a memorandum of decision including such matters as the fact finder may deem helpful in the decision of the case.
(c) Within 120 days of the completion of the fact finder’s hearing the fact finder shall file the finding of facts with the clerk of the court with sufficient copies for all counsel.
Amendment History
(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 546G.)
Plain-English Summary
The fact finder must put the findings of facts in writing, following Section 19-8, and note how many days of hearings the case took. The fact finder signs the findings and includes an award of damages when applicable. The fact finder may also attach a memorandum of decision covering anything he or she thinks would help the court understand the decision.
The fact finder must file the finding of facts with the clerk of the court, along with enough copies for all counsel, within 120 days after the hearing is completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a fact finder have to file the findings?
The fact finder must file the finding of facts with the clerk of the court within 120 days of completing the hearing.
Must a fact finder's findings be in writing?
Yes. The findings of facts must be in writing, signed by the fact finder, and prepared in accordance with Section 19-8.
Does the fact finder have to state a damages award?
The findings should include an award of damages if applicable to the case.
Can a fact finder explain the reasoning behind a decision?
Yes. The fact finder may accompany the finding of facts with a memorandum of decision covering matters the fact finder deems helpful.
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official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 23-56). 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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