CPLR 201 — Legislation

Legislation Search OpenLegislation Statutes Search Term Search icon Search up ARTICLE 2 Limitations of Time next SECTION 202 Cause of action accruing without the state Viewing most recent revision (from 2014-09-22) View historical revision as of: -- Choose a Date -- 2014-09-22 Share Facebook Email SECTION 201 Application of article Civil Practice Law & Rules (CVP) CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE 2 § 201. Application of article. An action, including one brought in the name or for the benefit of the state, must be commenced within the time specified in this article unless a different time is prescribed by law or a shorter time is prescribed by written agreement. No court shall extend the time limited by law for the commencement of an action.