What is Adverse Possession? | REAL-ESTATE-SALESPERSON Exam Prep
Dec 27, 2025
Adverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows someone to claim ownership of land after occupying it openly, continuously, and without permission for a statutory period, typically ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the state.
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š” Exam Tip: Remember OCEAN: Open, Continuous, Exclusive, Adverse, Notorious. Statutory period varies by state (5-20+ years). Cannot claim government land!
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