What Is the Statute of Limitations for Fraud in Missouri?
In Missouri, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 5 years under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(5).
Fraud Deadlines in Missouri
How long do you have to file a fraud claim in Missouri?
In Missouri, the statute of limitations for fraud is generally 5 years under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(5).
When does the clock start for fraud in Missouri?
Five years, with the cause of action deemed not to accrue until discovery by the aggrieved party of the facts constituting the fraud.
Can the Missouri deadline for fraud be extended?
The statute caps the discovery extension at ten years from the date the fraud was committed. Fraud tied to a contract may also implicate the contract deadline.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Missouri?
Often, yes. Notice to a city within 90 days under Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 82.210, 537.600. Missouri requires written notice to the mayor of a city of a certain class within 90 days of an injury caused by a defective street or sidewalk under RSMo § 82.210. Sovereign immunity under § 537.600 is waived only in defined categories — chiefly motor vehicle…
How does Missouri compare to other states for fraud?
Missouri's 5 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 46 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for fraud ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Fraud Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the fraud deadline in Missouri:
