What Is the Statute of Limitations for Trespass in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 10 years under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-13(a).
Trespass Deadlines in Rhode Island
How long do you have to file a trespass claim in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the statute of limitations for trespass is generally 10 years under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-13(a).
When does the clock start for trespass in Rhode Island?
Ten years under the general civil limitation.
Can the Rhode Island deadline for trespass be extended?
A continuing trespass can give rise to successive claims.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Rhode Island?
Often, yes. Written notice within 90 days under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-25. Section 9-1-25 requires written notice of a claim against a city or town within ninety days after the incident. That is a fraction of the three-year injury period and is easy to miss entirely. The State and its subdivisions also have damages caps. Not confirme…
How does Rhode Island compare to other states for trespass?
Rhode Island's 10 years is among the longest 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 Rhode Island:
