New York
Statute of limitations for fraud in New York
New York fraud claims use the greater of six years from accrual or two years from when the plaintiff discovered, or with reasonable diligence could have discovered, the fraud. That makes both the transaction date and the discovery timeline important.
SoL period
6 years
From the date the cause of action accrues
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Where this rule comes from
Statute
N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 213(8)
"Fraud actions use the greater of six years from accrual or two years from discovery."
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Last verified May 7, 2026
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What can extend or pause this clock
Discovery rule.
CPLR 213(8) expressly uses a discovery alternative: two years from actual or reasonably diligent discovery if that is longer than six years from accrual.
Frequently asked
- What is the statute of limitations for fraud in New York?
- 6 years from the date the cause of action accrues. Authority: N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 213(8).
- What if the injury wasn't immediately apparent?
- CPLR 213(8) expressly uses a discovery alternative: two years from actual or reasonably diligent discovery if that is longer than six years from accrual.
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