Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Maryland

Adverse Possession

A neighbor has posted a private property/no trespassing sign on property that has no 'owner of record' (deed, taxes or plat). I am seeking ownership by adverse possession. If there is no owner of record, can I still pursue this under 'adverse possession'. Other suggestions. Thank you


Asked on 2/06/04, 3:01 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Adverse Possession

Every property has an owner of record. It may not be the actual legal owner due to the failure to update, but there still must be an owner of record if it's private property. If you occupy the property openly and notoriously for 20 years, you can claim title. If the sign-posting neighbor has no authority over the property, he has no right to control access to it.

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Answered on 2/06/04, 4:46 pm
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Adverse Possession

If you think you can claim adverse possession then please take the time to read my posts to other questions on this same topic. After you have researched your claim then contact an attorney.

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Answered on 2/07/04, 4:04 am


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