Skelton v. Doble

OPINION

FOLEY, Judge.

This is an appeal from a judgment in an action brought by appellants to quiet title. The trial court summarily dismissed appellants’ claim of superior title to the disputed property. After a bench trial on damages, the court awarded respondents treble damages for appellants’ trespass on the disputed land.

Appellants contend that the court erred by not allowing a trial to establish ownership by practical location of boundaries. They also challenge the award of treble damages. We affirm in part and reverse in part.

FACTS

Jerry and Elizabeth Miessen and appellants Marlin and…