Trespass to Land Statute of Limitations
Claims for unauthorized entry onto or interference with another's real property.
Shortest
2
years, sourced states
Most Common
3
years, sourced states
Longest
10
years, sourced states
Figures reflect only the states sourced so far — they are not a national range until every jurisdiction is on file.
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Time Limit
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What Does Trespass to Land Cover?
01
Unauthorized entry onto private property
02
Encroaching structures or fences
03
Interference with use of real property
04
Unauthorized removal of timber or resources
Rules That Affect Your Deadline
Factors that can change when the clock starts or how much time you actually have.
01
Clock starts at entry
The deadline generally runs from the date of the unauthorized entry or interference.
02
Continuing trespass
An ongoing encroachment can restart the clock for as long as it continues.
03
Related property claims
Damage caused during the trespass may fall under the property damage deadline instead.
Most Searched States for Trespass to Land
Common Questions About Trespass Deadlines
What is the statute of limitations for trespass?
It depends on the state. Across the 48 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for trespass ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common.
Which state has the shortest statute of limitations for trespass?
Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana and 3 others — 2 years.
Which state has the longest statute of limitations for trespass?
Rhode Island — 10 years.
Can the statute of limitations for trespass be extended?
Sometimes. Common factors that change the deadline include: clock starts at entry; continuing trespass; related property claims. How they apply varies by state.
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