What Is the Statute of Limitations for Trespass in Kansas?
In Kansas, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 2 years under K.S.A. § 60-513(a)(4).
Trespass Deadlines in Kansas
How long do you have to file a trespass claim in Kansas?
In Kansas, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 2 years under K.S.A. § 60-513(a)(4).
When does the clock start for trespass in Kansas?
Two years for trespass.
Can the Kansas deadline for trespass be extended?
Adverse possession runs fifteen years under § 60-503. A continuing trespass can give rise to successive claims.
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 trespass?
Kansas's 2 years is among the shortest in the country. 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 Kansas:
