Connecticut Court Reporting Requirements & Deposition Admissibility Standards

Connecticut does not require state licensure or certification for court reporters in order for a deposition transcript to be used in Connecticut courts. Deposition practice is governed primarily by the Connecticut Practice Book § 13-28, Connecticut Practice Book § 13-30, and Connecticut Practice Book § 13-31.

Under § 13-28, a deposition must be taken before an officer authorized to administer oaths under Connecticut law or before a person otherwise authorized by the rule. In practice, this typically includes notaries public, court reporters, or other individuals legally authorized to administer oaths.

Section 13-30 requires the deposition officer to administer the oath to the witness and to certify that the transcript accurately records the testimony given. The officer’s certification becomes part of the official deposition record relied upon when deposition testimony is later used in motion practice, evidentiary proceedings, or at trial.

Section 13-31 governs the use of depositions in court proceedings and addresses objections to the manner in which a deposition was taken. Certain procedural irregularities—including issues relating to the qualification of the deposition officer or the manner in which testimony was recorded—may be waived if not raised during the deposition.

Because Connecticut does not impose a state court reporter licensing requirement, the principal considerations for practitioners are the authority of the deposition officer, proper administration of the oath, and compliance with the procedural requirements set forth in the Connecticut Practice Book.

Last reviewed: April 2026

State-Mandated Credentials

Credential No State-Mandated Court Reporter Certification While not required by statute or court rule, many Connecticut court reporters hold voluntary national credentials, such as: RPR / RMR / CRR Real-time reporting certifications Specialized technical, medical, or complex-litigation experience

Status ✓ Required

Applies To Depositions and stenographic transcripts intended for use in Connecticut courts

Issuing Authority Not applicable

Admissibility Impact

Connecticut does not require a state-issued license or certification for a court reporter in order for a deposition transcript to be admissible. Admissibility is governed by compliance with the Connecticut Practice Book and applicable procedural rules, including proper oath administration, officer qualification, and transcript certification by the officer before whom the deposition is taken.

Permitted Reporting Methods

Stenographic

Authorized

Video

Authorized

Audio

Limited

Digital

Conditional

Remote Depositions

Remote depositions are permitted under the Connecticut Practice Book by stipulation or court order

Common Admissibility Pitfalls

⚠️ Failure to properly qualify or identify the deposition officer

⚠️ Defective or incomplete certification language

⚠️ Informal oath administration during remote depositions

⚠️ Poor exhibit control or unclear exhibit references

⚠️ Assuming video or audio recordings can substitute for a certified transcript without stipulation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is a state certification required for Colorado depositions?

A: No. Colorado does not require a state-issued court reporter certification for deposition transcripts to be admissible.

Q: Does remote testimony change credential requirements?

A: No. The state does not impose additional credential requirements for remote depositions.

Q: Can a videographer replace a stenographic transcript?

A: Video may supplement the record, but a certified transcript is often critical for motion practice, impeachment, and trial use.

Authoritative Sources

Connecticut Rules of Civil Procedure (Depositions & Discovery)
Connecticut Rules of Evidence
Connecticut Supreme Court Rules & Administrative Orders