Adverse Possession Laws in Ca... how many years of use is needed to claim possession.. 10 - 20 - longer??
470460
No, it is not the same in every state. In CA, it is five years. I just went through it. \n\nIt also requires more than just squatting on someone's land for five years.
105825
Probably 2 years from discovery, but you should call an attorney, in your area to make sure.  We live in 50 different countries, all under one umbrella called the USofA.\nAnd so, the laws are different in each state, and each county for that matter.\n\n\nBest to ask a lawyer.
147848
The legal term is adverse possession. Unless there is some agreement between you, other than rent, and the owner has not attempted untl now to remove you from the property,then it is possible that you now have right to the property. It would depend upon the particular laws and statute of Limitations ( could be as much as 20 years) in your state and municipality.
522300
2 years. But you need to apply for a CA ID immediately at the local DMV.
581890
Check your county, for much of California the time frame is 21 days.  If it is over that, you can sue for treble damages (3 times the amount due).  Did you all move out at the same time?  The rules might be different if some of you are staying and some going, to your landlord the unit would then still be occupied.\n\nA good book for your would be the Nolo Press series on Landlord and Tenant laws, check any bookstore reference section.  Nolo Press writes legal guides and the company is based in California.
1105031
North Carolina: In North Carolina, the duration of such possession is seven (7) years under color of title and twenty (20) years elsewhere.  North Carolina Code §1-35 through 43.
722916
depends on which state you live in, the statute of limitations in california on loan payments is 7 years i think, just find out if the statute of limitations passed allready where you live and if it didnt, pay thee 16 bucks and sue his ass. I hope the IOU has his signature on it.
975949
Your question is too vague.\n\nDepends on the case, what stage its in trial, what the statute of limitations are for the offense... and a thousand other variables. \n\nYou need to report with much more detail before you can get a correct answer.
93590
In what country?  \n\nIf you mean the U.S., under certain circumstances it is possible.  The legal term is "adverse possession."
371883
Good question, as English common law does not apply.\n\nThe common law rule is you have to take possession of the land for 20 years without the owner complaining, and it's yours.
745041
The law is that of "adverse possession". And in Texas the period is three years: http://recenter.tamu.edu/TGrande/vol13-2/1776.html\n\nThe landlord can do one of two things to avoid the statute running: s/he can give permission to stay, or s/he can evict. The squatter has to show that s/he is there under "color of right", claiming the rights of ownership and usage in conflict with (adverse to) the rights of the true owner.\n\nThere is also the right of the local government to taxes (somebody has to pay them or the property will be auctioned off) and potentially issues concerned with title insurance, inheritance, bankruptcy, etc.\n\nADDENDUM: The law of Costa Rica has nothing to do with the State of Texas; Costa Rica is a civil-law jurisdiction. Homestead rights under Texas law relate to a principal private residence and the ability of creditors to foreclose or levy. Ipso facto, land occupied by its owner or the owner's licensee cannot be the object of "squatting": those purporting to be squatters are in fact guests or tenants. An owner who knows of the presence of others on his or her land, and who grants permission for them to be there has only to prove that point to defeat any claim to adverse possession. Payment of money by an occupant also defeats any claim. (Compare this to Spain, for example, where payment of money may create a protected tenancy and the supposed guest cannot then be evicted: this sort of difference is why looking at Costa Rican (or any other foreign) law doesn't help to understand Texas law.)
1026821
Well I don’t know which state the property is in, but I’d guess you are still half owner.  You didn’t say if your sister was living in the house or renting it out.  While it’s true that she has been paying the taxes (and hopefully insurance), she has been receiving full benefit of the property, which you were probably entitled to half.\n\nAgain the state has a lot to do with it.  In some states the “adverse possession” laws require color of title some don’t.  I believe that the use has to be “open, notorious, hostile”.  I’d guess that this doesn’t rise to that level.  \n\nYou may be able to claim a good chunk of the proceeds that came from or should have come from the use of the property.\n\nDeeds should be notarized.  Simply put the signatures need to be verified by a notary public and the notary would have affixed their seal to the document.\n\nSounds to me like one of those nasty little family battles.  I wish you the best of luck.\n\nOne last thought, talk to your sister and the other family members (all together) and try to work it out, before you bring in the attorney.  Be careful not to agree to anything on the spur of the moment.  Do your research first and know what it’s worth today and what you want before you have the meeting.  Be ready for the offer of ½ of the value 10 years ago because after all your sister has been taking care of it, paying the taxes and maintaining it for all those years.  BULL!  You are the one that has been deprived for all those years, use todays values.\n\nKeeping mind BUT I’M NOT AN ATTORNEY!! And it’s for sure worth your time to talk to one before you do anything.
61067
Since laws vary from state to state, you'd get better answers if you told us what state you're talking about.\n\nAlso, are you talking about a misdemeanor DUI, or a felony DUI?\n\nCalifornia = 10 years (misd).  Recently changed from 7.
583504
What State ? I knew someone here in CA who did that for awhile before they realized it's illegal.
594707
Ignore those first two comments.  Those people don't know what they're talking about.  I don't know what the laws are in your state but I have a general idea.  I am a California lawyer who practices landlord/tenant law.  While the laws in your state will be somewhat different, the general thrust of the laws will more than likely be the same.\n\nFirst of all, DO NOT change the locks.  Self-help is more than likely not allowed in your state.  I can't imagine a single state that would allow that remedy.  If you go that route, you're looking at getting your butt sued.\n\nSecond, don't bother with the county prosecutor.  The prosecutor or District Attorney only cares about criminal acts.  Yours is a civil dispute.\n\nCheck out the website for your local county court.  Many counties have self-help sections for landlords.  Or, go to the county court clerk's office and see if they offer any free legal clinics or any self-help resources for landlords.  Third, go to your local bookstore.  I guarantee that they will have a number of books on how a landlord can evict people in your area.\n\nChances are that the very first thing you need to do is post a notice on your tenant's door to pay rent or quit.  In California, it is a 3 day notice.  \n\nIf you've never done this before, it may be worthwhile to talk to a laywer in your area who specializes in landlord/tenant disputes.  Go to www.martindale.com for a listing of landlord/tenant attorneys in your area.  If you move quickly, you can get your tenant evicted in 30 days or less.  \n\nGood luck.
294838
The answer you are looking for most likely deals with adverse possession.  That is where after a period of time a piece of land can become yours.  I'm including an excerpt, but each state can vary a bit.\n\nTraditional common law provided a method for someone to obtain title to land through use. The common law rules for adverse possession have been codified under both federal and state statutes. A typical statute allows a person to get title to land from the actual owner simply by using the land, out in the open for all to see. For example, your neighbor built a fence on your land with the intention of taking the property, paid property taxes, and you knew about it but did nothing. If this continued for a period of time set by state law, your neighbor may be able to claim this property as his/her own. The theory is that, by not disputing your neighbor’s use of your property through a lawsuit, you, as the actual owner have abandoned your rights to the property. There are several elements needed for adverse possession to result in title: \n\nThe length of time required for adverse possession in title varies - it could be as short as a few years or could run for twenty years or more. Typically public entities must establish a longer period of possession than individuals. Some states have adopted a rule which requires the adverse possessor to pay taxes each year on the land. \n\nThe possession must be open for all to see. \n\nThe possession must be exclusive to him or her (e.g., the fence in the above example, a driveway, road, etc.) \n\nThe possession must be hostile to the actual owner of the land. \n\nTo gain title to land through adverse possession requires strict compliance with the law, but can have dramatic impact upon land ownership rights.\n\nAn encroachment could result in title to your property being transferred to an adverse possessor. Under these circumstances, you might have to bring a lawsuit for trespass in order to prevent your neighbor from getting title to your land through adverse possession. \n\nIf you own land, it is important that you do not "sleep on your rights" since you could lose ownership of the land.
596756
Assuming your speaking about Orange County, California I would guesstimate 1-6 months depending on your location, condition and of course price.