Statute of Limitations for Kansas Civil Court
A statute of limitations is a legal restriction on the length of time during which an individual may file suit against another. The state of Kansas restricts most civil claims to maximum of five years, although the actual time frame varies depending on the nature of the claim.
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One-Year Statute of Limitations
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Civil matters arising from an action of libel or slander are limited to one year from the date of defamation. Claims of injury to person, including battery, assault and false imprisonment, are also limited to one year. Wrongful termination for absences related to attending or responding to jury duty are limited to one year from the date on which the employee was first terminated.
Two-Year Statute of Limitations
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Kansas imposes a two-year statute of limitations on civil claims arising from fraud, beginning on the date on which the fraud was discovered. Injury to or destruction of personal property, unlawful trespass and professional malpractice or negligence, are subject to a two-year statute of limitations.
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Five-Year Statute of Limitations
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Claims for repayment of outstanding rent owed and written contracts for credit or loans are subject to a statute of limitations not to exceed five years, beginning on the first date on which the debtor becomes delinquent.
No Limitation
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Kansas does not presently limit the time during which a claimant may bring a claim against a respondent for paying of an outstanding civil judgment or lien.
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