Squatter Removal Laws by State

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

Whether the state offers a fast-track squatter removal process, the notice required before removal, and whether criminal trespass is an alternative.

50 States2 data columnsLast updated: May 2026

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Fast-Track Removal	Notice Required	Criminal Trespass
Limited	10 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3-day notice	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
Yes (2024 HB621)	24 hours	Yes
Yes (2024 HB1017)	3 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	7 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	7 days	Yes
No	30 days	Yes
No	14 days	Yes
No	7 days	Yes
No	14 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	4 days	Yes
No	7 days	Yes
No	30+ days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
Yes (2024 HB1854)	5 days	Yes
No	72 hours	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	14 days	Yes
Yes (2024 SB929)	3 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	14 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	10 days	Yes
No	5 days	Yes
No	3 days	Yes
No	30+ days	Yes

Florida HB 621 (2024), Georgia HB 1017 (2024), New York §713-a, and Texas SB 929 (2024) created expedited processes to remove squatters without traditional eviction. Adverse possession periods (often 7-20 years) are unaffected by these fast-track removal laws.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.