East Hartford Traffic Violation Records
East Hartford traffic records are processed at GA 12 in Manchester. This Hartford County town sends all motor vehicle cases across the river to the Center Street courthouse. East Hartford Police Department issues citations that route through the Centralized Infractions Bureau. Drivers must travel to Manchester for court appearances. Online payment options help residents resolve simple violations without making the trip.
East Hartford Quick Facts
Where East Hartford Traffic Cases Are Heard
East Hartford residents must travel to Manchester for all traffic court matters. GA 12 at 410 Center Street serves East Hartford, Glastonbury, Manchester, Marlborough, and South Windsor. This courthouse handles not guilty pleas and contested cases from these communities. The Chief Clerk answers at 860-647-1091.
While East Hartford sits across the Connecticut River from Hartford, its traffic cases route east to Manchester rather than west to the capital city. This arrangement groups East Hartford with other eastern Hartford County towns.
| Court | GA 12 at Manchester |
|---|---|
| Address | 410 Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040 |
| Phone | 860-647-1091 |
| Fax | 860-645-7540 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | jud.ct.gov/directory/courthouses.htm |
The court directory at jud.ct.gov/directory/courthouses.htm lists current information for GA 12.
The Connecticut Judicial Branch provides court information for East Hartford and all Hartford County communities.
East Hartford drivers can use this resource to verify the correct court location for their traffic case.
Paying East Hartford Traffic Tickets Online
East Hartford drivers can resolve many traffic citations through the CIB online system. This portal accepts payments anytime. You need your citation number and court location. Credit cards work for most fines. Under CGS § 51-164m, infractions are not crimes. Only fines apply.
Visit jud2.ct.gov/CIBEpay to pay online. Enter your ticket details to see amounts owed. All fees display. Payments process in two business days. Email confirmations follow.
Most violations paid online do not add license points. Cell phone violations under CGS § 14-296aa add at least one point. First offenses cost $200. Second violations cost $375. Third or subsequent violations cost $625.
Some violations require court appearances at GA 12 in Manchester. Criminal matters like reckless driving under CGS § 14-222 cannot be paid online. DUI charges under CGS § 14-227a need mandatory court visits.
Contesting East Hartford Traffic Citations
East Hartford drivers may dispute tickets by pleading not guilty. This moves cases to GA 12 in Manchester. Hearings allow evidence presentation. Witnesses may be questioned. Several plea methods exist.
Online pleas use the CIB website. Select not guilty. Enter ticket information. Cases route to GA 12. Court dates come by mail.
Mail pleas check the not guilty box. Send tickets to listed addresses. Include supporting documents. Courts respond with hearing schedules.
Phone pleas call CIB at 860-263-2750. Have ticket numbers ready. Staff help during business hours.
Note: Missing answer dates causes license suspension.
Types of East Hartford Traffic Records
East Hartford courts maintain various traffic documents. Citation records contain original ticket details. Violation types, locations, dates, and officers appear. Case files add hearings, pleas, and outcomes. Every ticket generates records.
DMV driving histories show comprehensive violation records. These are separate from court files. Points, suspensions, and statewide violations appear. Insurance companies request them. Contact DMV for official copies.
Work zone violations under CGS § 14-212a carry double fines. Construction zone violations trigger enhanced penalties. Officers enforce strictly for worker safety.
Nearby Cities to East Hartford
East Hartford shares GA 12 with several neighboring communities. Manchester, Glastonbury, and South Windsor use the same courthouse. Hartford and West Hartford route to different facilities.
Select nearby cities for traffic information:
Hartford County Traffic Records
East Hartford is part of Hartford County. The county maintains multiple courthouses. Visit the Hartford County page for complete court information.