Search Stratford Court Docket
Stratford court docket records are filed and managed through the Connecticut Judicial Branch under the Bridgeport Judicial District. The town sits in Fairfield County and sends most of its civil, criminal, and family cases to the courthouse in Bridgeport. You can search Stratford court docket records for free using the state's online tools. These tools let you look up cases by name or docket number. Each docket entry tracks the full history of a case, from the first filing through every motion, hearing, and final ruling. If you need older records or certified copies, you can visit the courthouse clerk or send an email request to the state records center.
Stratford Quick Facts
Stratford Cases at the Bridgeport JD
Stratford does not have its own Superior Court. Cases from the town go to the Bridgeport Judicial District courthouse at 1061 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604. This court handles civil lawsuits, family matters, and felony criminal cases for Stratford and other towns in the area. Each case filed gets a docket number right away. That number follows the case through every step. You can use it to track filings, hearing dates, and court orders.
The Bridgeport JD is one of the larger courts in Connecticut. It covers a big piece of Fairfield County. Stratford residents who need to file a lawsuit, respond to a court summons, or check on a pending case will deal with this courthouse. Walk-in hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clerk can pull up an active Stratford court docket if you give them the name or case number. Bring your photo ID when you visit.
Stratford Criminal Court Docket
Criminal cases from Stratford split between two courts. Serious charges and felonies go to the Bridgeport JD. Misdemeanors, motor vehicle cases, and arraignments go to G.A. 2 at 172 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport. Call (203) 579-6560 to reach G.A. 2. Both courts produce docket records for every criminal filing. The docket lists the charges, court dates, plea entries, and the final result. Under C.G.S. 51-36a, the Judicial Branch controls how these court records are maintained and released to the public.
You can search Stratford criminal docket records online. The state's criminal case lookup tool covers all GA and JD courts. Search by name or docket number. Results show the court, charges, and case status. Pending cases stay visible until resolved. Conviction records remain for up to 10 years after sentencing. Some criminal records may be erased under state law after a dismissal or pardon. That means older Stratford cases might not show up in the system even if they once existed.
Note: If you need a Stratford police report rather than a court docket record, contact the Stratford Police Department at (203) 385-4100 since those are two separate systems.
Search Stratford Court Docket Records Online
The fastest way to find a Stratford court docket is through the Civil/Family Case Look-up tool. This free search covers civil cases, family matters, small claims, and housing filings from every court in Connecticut. Type in a party name and results come back from across the state. Filter by court location to see just Bridgeport JD or Fairfield County results. Each record shows the docket number, case type, parties, and current status. Under C.G.S. 1-200, the Freedom of Information Act makes court docket records open to the public. You do not need to be part of the case to look it up.
The Judicial Branch website also hosts all the forms you might need if you plan to file a case or respond to one. The forms page sorts everything by case type.
The Connecticut Judicial Branch forms page has civil, family, small claims, and housing forms ready to download.
Forms are free to download. Print what you need, fill them out, and bring them to the Bridgeport JD clerk to file. Filing fees vary by case type. The clerk assigns a docket number once your paperwork is accepted.
Stratford Probate Court Dockets
Stratford has its own probate court. The Stratford Probate Court, District 47, is at 468 Birdseye Street, 2nd Floor, Stratford, CT 06615. Call (203) 385-4023. This court handles estates, wills, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and name changes for Stratford residents. Each probate case creates a separate docket. These records do not appear in the Superior Court lookup tools.
Search probate docket records using the Connecticut Probate Court Case Lookup tool. It covers cases from 2011 forward. For older Stratford probate docket records, call the court directly. Probate files are generally open to the public. Cases involving minors or protected individuals may have restricted access.
The Connecticut Probate Courts homepage has court locations, forms, and general information about the probate process.
The probate court uses its own forms and fees. These are different from Superior Court forms. Check the probate website for the right paperwork before you visit.
| Court | Stratford Probate Court (District 47) |
|---|---|
| Address | 468 Birdseye Street, 2nd Floor, Stratford, CT 06615 |
| Phone | (203) 385-4023 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Getting Copies of Stratford Court Docket Records
To get copies of Stratford court docket records, visit the clerk at 1061 Main Street in Bridgeport. Ask for the file by name or docket number. Regular copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $2.00 per document plus the per-page charge. Staff will make copies while you wait if the file is active and on site.
Closed cases that have left the courthouse go to the Superior Court Records Center in Enfield. Email SuperiorCourtRecordsCenter@jud.ct.gov with the case name and docket number. The records center staff will locate the file and tell you how to get copies. Court transcripts are a different request. They run $3.00 per page for standard service. Audio recordings of proceedings cost $25 per day per docket number for hearings held from November 2018 onward. Under Practice Book 7-13, parties and the public can request copies of court records filed in civil and criminal cases, with some limits on sealed or confidential files.
Note: Sealed court docket records are not available to the general public, and the clerk will let you know if a file has restricted access.
Stratford Town Government Contacts
Stratford town offices handle local government records but do not keep court docket files. The court system is run by the state, not the town. Still, these contacts can help with related local matters.
- Mayor's Office: (203) 385-4000
- Town Clerk: (203) 385-4020
- Stratford Police: (203) 385-4100
The town clerk deals with vital records, land records, and local permits. Police handle arrest reports and incident data. Neither office stores court docket records. For dockets, use the state online tools or visit the Bridgeport JD courthouse.
Fairfield County Court Docket Resources
Stratford is part of Fairfield County. All Stratford court docket records belong to the broader Fairfield County court system. For more on courts and resources across the county, visit the Fairfield County court docket page. It covers the Bridgeport JD, Stamford-Norwalk JD, and the GA courts that serve the region.
Nearby Cities
Other towns near Stratford also file court docket records through Fairfield County courts or nearby judicial districts. Check these pages for local details.