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Louisiana — Statute of Limitations

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2 years

Statute of limitations for trespass

La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1

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Trespass Statute Of Limitations in Louisiana

Louisiana’s prescriptive period for trespass actions is fixed by La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1, which establishes a two-year deadline. This article governs claims for damage to immovable property caused by trespass, and the period begins to run from the date the damage is sustained or discovered in the exercise of reasonable diligence. The official text, available at the cited legislative source, sets out the precise commencement rule and any applicable exceptions. The worked example immediately below demonstrates how the two-year period is calculated under this article. To estimate the remaining time in a specific situation, the DocketMath calculator applies the statutory rule using the relevant dates provided.

Governing authority

In Louisiana, the statute of limitations rule is set by La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1. The verified packet cites La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1 (https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=1386443).

Deadline example

For a Louisiana trespass limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 2 years. The authority packet cites La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1 (https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=1386443).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 2 years.
• The example deadline is 2026-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the trespass statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.