What Is the Statute of Limitations for Defamation in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 2 years under Minn. Stat. § 541.07(1).
Defamation Deadlines in Minnesota
How long do you have to file a defamation claim in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 2 years under Minn. Stat. § 541.07(1).
When does the clock start for defamation in Minnesota?
Two years for libel or slander — a third of what Minnesota allows for ordinary negligence.
Can the Minnesota deadline for defamation be extended?
The single-publication rule generally fixes accrual at first publication. The gap between this and the six-year negligence period is one of the widest in the register.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Minnesota?
Often, yes. Notice to a municipality within 180 days under Minn. Stat. §§ 466.05, 3.736. Section 466.05 requires notice to a municipality within 180 days after the alleged loss or injury is discovered. Claims against the State run under § 3.736, which requires notice within 180 days and suit within two years. Both sit on top of the ordinary limita…
How does Minnesota compare to other states for defamation?
Minnesota's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. 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 Minnesota:
