Prescriptive Periods

Question 1

What act governs prescriptive periods?

Answer 1

Prescription and Limitations (Scotland) Act 1973

Question 2

How long do creditors have to raise actions against defenders?

Answer 2

5 years

Question 3

How long do creditors have to recover after a decree is enforceable?

Answer 3

20 years

Question 4

How long do pursuers have to raise actions regarding personal injury claims?

Answer 4

3 years