What Is the Statute of Limitations for Defamation in Kansas?
In Kansas, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 1 year under K.S.A. § 60-514(a).
Defamation Deadlines in Kansas
How long do you have to file a defamation claim in Kansas?
In Kansas, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 1 year under K.S.A. § 60-514(a).
When does the clock start for defamation in Kansas?
One year for libel or slander — the shortest civil deadline in Kansas.
Can the Kansas deadline for defamation be extended?
Rinsley v. Brandt holds the period runs from publication, not from discovery, and discusses Kansas's likely adoption of the single-publication rule.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Kansas?
Often, yes. Written notice to a municipality within 120 days under K.S.A. § 12-105b. Section 12-105b requires written notice to the clerk or governing body of a municipality before commencing an action under the Kansas Tort Claims Act, generally within 120 days of the loss. The municipality then has 120 days to review, during which the limitat…
How does Kansas compare to other states for defamation?
Kansas's 1 year is among the shortest in the country. Across the 48 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for defamation ranges from 1 year to 3 years, and 1 year is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Defamation Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the defamation deadline in Kansas:
