What Is the Statute of Limitations for Trespass in Indiana?
In Indiana, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 6 years under Ind. Code § 34-11-2-7.
Trespass Deadlines in Indiana
How long do you have to file a trespass claim in Indiana?
In Indiana, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 6 years under Ind. Code § 34-11-2-7.
When does the clock start for trespass in Indiana?
Six years for injury to real property — three times what Indiana allows for damage to personal property.
Can the Indiana deadline for trespass be extended?
A continuing trespass can give rise to successive claims. Actions to recover possession of real property run on a separate track.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Indiana?
Often, yes. Tort claim notice — 180 days local, 270 days state under Ind. Code §§ 34-13-3-8, 34-13-3-6. The Indiana Tort Claims Act requires notice to a political subdivision within 180 days of the loss, and notice to a state agency within 270 days. The notice is a precondition to suit and the two-year limitations period still applies on top of it. Indiana also…
How does Indiana compare to other states for trespass?
Indiana's 6 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 Indiana:
