Pennsylvania § 5526 - Five year limitation.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5526 — Five year limitation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5526. Five year limitation.
The following actions and proceedings must be commenced within five years:
(1) An action for revival of a judgment lien on real property.
(2) An action for specific performance of a contract for sale of real property or for damages for noncompliance therewith.
(3) An action to enforce any equity of redemption or any implied or resulting trust as to real property.
(4) (Deleted by amendment).
(Dec. 20, 1982, P.L.1409, No.326, eff. 60 days; May 4, 2006, P.L.112, No.34, eff. 120 days)
2006 Amendment. Act 34 deleted par. (4). Section 6(1) of Act 34 provided that Act 34 shall apply to all condemnations effected on or after the effective date of section 6. Section (6)(3) of Act 34 provided that the amendment of par. (4) shall apply only to causes of action which accrue after the effective date of section 6.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 5526
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5526 cover?
Section 5526 ("Five year limitation.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 5526?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 5526" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 5526 apply to my situation?
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