What Is the Statute of Limitations for Fraud in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 3 years under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577.
Fraud Deadlines in Connecticut
How long do you have to file a fraud claim in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 3 years under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577.
When does the clock start for fraud in Connecticut?
Three years from the date of the act complained of — not from discovery of the fraud.
Can the Connecticut deadline for fraud be extended?
This is the harshest version of the § 52-577 occurrence rule. A concealed fraud can be time-barred before the victim knows of it, subject to fraudulent-concealment tolling under § 52-595. Connecticut is an outlier here — most states run fraud from discovery.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Connecticut?
Often, yes. Written notice within 90 days for highway defect claims under Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 13a-149, 7-465. Connecticut requires written notice within 90 days for a claim against a municipality arising from a defective road or bridge under § 13a-149, which is also the exclusive remedy for such claims. Indemnification claims against a municipality for an employee's a…
How does Connecticut compare to other states for fraud?
Connecticut's 3 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 46 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for fraud ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Fraud Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the fraud deadline in Connecticut:
