Connecticut House Bill HB06661

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/15/13
• Refer: 3/15/13

Caption

An Act Concerning Use And Occupancy Payments In Summary Process Matters.

Impact

With the amendments proposed by HB 6661, if a tenant is served with a motion relating to use and occupancy payments, the court can require the deposit of rents to be made quickly, even without a pre-hearing if the tenant fails to object in a specified timeframe. This could significantly impact tenants facing eviction, as they may be mandated to make payments to the court during the legal process, reinforcing the financial obligations they have toward landlords while also assuring landlords of timely rental payments amidst ongoing disputes.

Summary

House Bill 6661 aims to modify procedures related to use and occupancy payments in summary process matters. Specifically, it seeks to streamline the process by which courts handle situations where a defendant, typically a tenant, must deposit payments related to their occupancy of a rental property when legal action is pending. The bill proposes changes to existing laws to expedite the resolution of such disputes, with the intention of making the judicial process quicker and more efficient for these cases.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding this bill is the potential strain it may place on tenants, particularly those facing financial hardships. Critics argue that requiring payment deposits without a hearing could disadvantage vulnerable tenants who may not have the financial means to comply with quick payment orders. The bill has raised concerns about tenant rights and the access to due process, highlighting the need to balance landlord rights with protections for tenants to avoid unnecessary hardship as they navigate legal proceedings.