Property Ownership
Under Louisiana law, 'acquisitive prescription' (similar to adverse possession) allows a person to acquire title to property by openly, continuously, and exclusively possessing it for:
A5 years without a just title and 10 years with a just title
B10 years with a just title and good faith, or 30 years without just title✓ Correct
C20 years for all property regardless of good faith
D1 year for movable property and 5 years for immovable property
Explanation
Under Louisiana's acquisitive prescription, a person with just title and good faith can acquire ownership in 10 years; without just title, a person must possess the property for 30 years.
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