What Is the Statute of Limitations for Trespass in Florida?
In Florida, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 4 years under Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(f).
Trespass Deadlines in Florida
How long do you have to file a trespass claim in Florida?
In Florida, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 4 years under Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(f).
When does the clock start for trespass in Florida?
Four years.
Can the Florida deadline for trespass be extended?
A continuing encroachment may restart the clock; related damage may fall under a different subsection. Citation subsection pending verification.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Florida?
Often, yes. Written claim generally presented within 3 years under Fla. Stat. § 768.28(6)(a). Section 768.28 contains written-presentment and denial conditions before suit, with different provisions for certain claims including wrongful death and contribution. Verify the current statutory text for the specific governmental defendant and claim.
How does Florida compare to other states for trespass?
Florida's 4 years is in the middle of the range nationally. 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. Compare all states →
What Does Trespass to Land Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the trespass deadline in Florida:
