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A motion for new trial is a procedure that allows the trial court to order a new trial to correct significant errors in the previous trial that prevented a party from receiving a fair trial.

In Connecticut, a motion for a new trial is governed by state statutes and court rules. Under Connecticut law, a party may file a motion for a new trial if they believe that significant errors occurred during the trial that resulted in an unfair trial. These errors could include, but are not limited to, incorrect jury instructions, prosecutorial misconduct, newly discovered evidence, or legal errors made by the court. The motion must typically be filed within a specific time frame after the verdict or decision, which is usually within 20 days. The court will then review the motion and decide whether to grant a new trial based on the merits of the arguments presented. If granted, the new trial would be conducted as if the first trial had not occurred, subject to the court's discretion on what issues may be re-litigated. The relevant Connecticut Practice Book rules and state statutes provide the procedural requirements and grounds for such a motion.

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