In actions for the foreclosure of title or the redemption of property claimed to be subject to a mortgage or lien, the amount of the debt or liability secured by such mortgage or lien, as described in the mortgage or certificate of lien, shall be deemed to be the amount of the matter in demand.

(1949 Rev., S. 7746.)

History: Sec. 52-38 transferred to Sec. 52-91a in 1983.