Statute Of Limitations in Puerto Rico

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Published July 14, 2026 • By DocketMath Team

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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.

Statute Of Limitations in Puerto Rico

In Puerto Rico, the general statute of limitations for filing a civil action is four years, as established by Artículo 1203 of the Civil Code. This four-year period applies to personal claims unless a different term is expressly provided by law. The clock typically begins running from the date the cause of action accrues, which is usually when the claimant knew or should have known of the injury or breach. The official source, available at the provided link, contains the exact rule and any applicable exceptions. The worked example below demonstrates how this period is calculated. To estimate the deadline for a specific situation, use the DocketMath calculator.

Governing authority

In Puerto Rico, the statute of limitations rule is set by Artículo 1203. The verified packet cites Artículo 1203 (https://docs.pr.gov/files/OIG/Biblioteca%20Virtual/Leyes/14-%20Ley%20N%C3%BAm.%2055-2020%20C%C3%B3digo%20Civil%20de%20Puerto%20Rico%20de%202020.pdf).

Deadline example

For a Puerto Rico this claim type limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 4 years. The authority packet cites Artículo 1203 (https://docs.pr.gov/files/OIG/Biblioteca%20Virtual/Leyes/14-%20Ley%20N%C3%BAm.%2055-2020%20C%C3%B3digo%20Civil%20de%20Puerto%20Rico%20de%202020.pdf).

Example inputs:

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

Calculation:

  • Start with the accrual date.
  • Add 4 years.
  • The example deadline is 2028-04-25.

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 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.