Squatters Rights
Squatters rights, also known as adverse possession, is a legal principle in the Anglo-American common law that allows a person who does not have legal title to a piece of property, usually land, to acquire legal ownership based on continuous possession or occupation of the property without the permission of its legal owner. The specific requirements for adverse possession, or squatters rights, vary by jurisdiction. In Mississippi, for example, a squatter can claim adverse possession after 7 to 10 years of continuous possession and other specific conditions.
The concept of squatters rights aims to balance the rights of property owners with the interests of individuals who have occupied a property for an extended period of time. It is important for property owners and potential squatters to understand the specific laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions to ensure compliance and protection of their rights.
