Acquisitive Prescription
Acquiring ownership through long-term proprietary possession.
A person who possesses a movable item for ten years in good faith as their own can acquire ownership through acquisitive prescription. Over time, prescription resolves unclear ownership situations. For land, separate and differing rules apply.
The relevant statutes
§ 937 BGB
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General explanation for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). Individual cases may differ: if in doubt, contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.