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New York — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for slander

N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214

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Slander Statute Of Limitations in New York

Under New York law, the statute of limitations for a slander claim is governed by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214. This provision establishes a three-year limitation period for bringing a cause of action based on slander, measured from the date the defamatory statement is first published or spoken. The statute sets out the applicable timeframe but does not enumerate specific exceptions or tolling provisions on its face; those are addressed by other statutory sections and case law interpreting the rule. The verified figure and a step-by-step worked example below illustrate how the three-year period operates in a typical scenario. To estimate a specific result based on individual facts, the calculator on this platform applies the governing statute.

Governing authority

In New York, the statute of limitations rule is set by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214. The verified packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Deadline example

For a New York slander limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 3 years. The authority packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Example inputs:

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

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 3 years.
• The example deadline is 2027-04-25.

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 slander 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.