Quiet Title in Florida
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Florida requires the plaintiff to prove superior title and allows quiet title actions to remove any cloud or encumbrance on the property.
How Florida treats Quiet Title
Florida Statute § 65.021 governs quiet title actions and permits any person with an interest in property to sue to establish title or remove a cloud. The plaintiff must prove by clear and convincing evidence that they hold superior title or that the defendant's claim is invalid. Florida recognizes adverse possession claims with a 7-year period under color of title or 20 years without it. The court may also address boundary disputes, remove liens, and cancel invalid instruments in a single action.
The general definition of Quiet Title
A lawsuit to establish clear, undisputed ownership of property and remove competing claims.
When property ownership is clouded by old liens, unclear deeds, or competing claims, the owner can file a quiet title action in court. The court reviews all claims to the property and issues a judgment declaring who the true owner is. This clears the title so the owner can sell, refinance, or transfer the property without worrying about hidden claims.
Read the full Quiet Title entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Florida.