Connecticut Promissory Note
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Connecticut Legal Requirements
Key CT statutes and obligations that apply to your promissory note.
Requirements
- Governed by Connecticut's UCC Article 3 (CGS §42a-3-101 et seq.) for negotiable instruments
- Must include: unconditional written promise to pay, fixed amount, identified payee, maker's signature
- Connecticut's legal interest rate is 8% per annum absent a written agreement (CGS §37-1)
- Connecticut usury limit: for personal loans, interest cannot exceed 12% per annum (CGS §37-4) — commercial transactions have greater flexibility
- Truth in Lending Act disclosures required for consumer credit promissory notes
Restrictions & Limits
- Statute of limitations: 6 years from the date the cause of action accrues for written contracts (CGS §52-576)
- Consumer usury ceiling of 12% per annum for personal loans — violation voids the interest above the limit
- Connecticut prohibits unconscionable contracts — courts may reform usurious or unconscionable loan terms
Official Statute References
Primary Connecticut statutes governing this document type.
Connecticut Promissory Note FAQ
Common questions about promissory notes under Connecticut law.
What is the maximum interest rate on a Connecticut promissory note?
For personal (consumer) loans, Connecticut's usury limit is 12% per annum (CGS §37-4). Commercial loans have greater flexibility and may exceed this rate by agreement. The legal rate (absent agreement) is 8% per annum. Banks are generally exempt from state usury limits under federal preemption.
How long do I have to collect on a Connecticut promissory note?
Connecticut's statute of limitations for written contracts, including promissory notes, is 6 years from the date the cause of action arises (CGS §52-576). A written acknowledgment of the debt or partial payment can restart the limitations period.
Does a Connecticut promissory note need to be notarized?
Notarization is not legally required for a promissory note to be valid. However, notarization adds evidentiary credibility. Notes securing real property (mortgages, deeds of trust) must be notarized and recorded with the town clerk to create a valid lien.
Can I charge compound interest on a Connecticut promissory note?
Yes, but it must be expressly stated. Compound interest is not implied — it must be clearly stated in the note, including the compounding period. The total effective annual rate resulting from compounding cannot violate Connecticut's usury limit for consumer transactions.
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