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In Kansas, what is 'prescription' as it relates to easements?
AA court-ordered easement
BAn easement acquired through long, continuous, open, and hostile use of another's land (similar to adverse possession but without acquiring title)✓ Correct
CA written easement agreement
DAn easement by necessity across landlocked property
Explanation
A prescriptive easement is acquired through open, notorious, hostile, continuous, and uninterrupted use of another's land for the statutory period (similar to adverse possession requirements). The user gains an easement, not title.
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Key Terms to Know
Easement
A non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
Adverse PossessionA doctrine by which a person can gain legal title to another's land by openly, continuously, and adversely occupying it for a statutory period.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
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