Adverse Possession
- Course Number: L1013
- Credits: 3 hours
- Instructor: Ellen Huang, PE
- Price: $30
Course Outline
Adverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows a person to claim a property right in land owned by another. Common examples of adverse possession include continuous use of a private road or driveway, or agricultural development of an unused parcel of land. In this course, we will define what adverse possession is, explain why adverse possession exists, and describe what constitutes adverse possession. We will outline the tax payment and deed requirements, and compare the time required for adverse possession state-by-state.
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz, which is designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Know what adverse possession is;
- Understand why adverse possession exists;
- Know the five elements that constitute adverse possession; and
- Understand the difference between state requirements for adverse possession.