As used in sections 52-604 to 52-609, inclusive, “foreign judgment” means any judgment, decree or order of a court of the United States or of any other court which is entitled to full faith and credit in this state, except one obtained by default in appearance or by confession of judgment.
(P.A. 73-498, S. 1.)
“Full faith and credit” refers to a foreign judgment enforceable under laws of this state. 264 C. 498.
Cited. 6 CA 541; 14 CA 384; 45 CA 798.
Cited. 38 CS 468.
Structure Connecticut General Statutes
Chapter 928 - Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
Section 52-604. - Definition of foreign judgment.
Section 52-605. - Filing of foreign judgment; certification; effect; notice.
Section 52-606. - Grounds for stay of enforcement. Notice to judgment creditor.
Section 52-607. - Other rights of action preserved.
Section 52-608. - Uniform interpretation.
Section 52-609. - Short title: Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act.