Williams v. Kitchens

It seems to be the -theory of the majority opinion that the statute of limitations, Code 1940, Tit. 7, § 20, applies only to possessory actions and that, since the complainant is not entitled to the immediate possession of the property, the statute of limitations is inapplicable. My view is that the bill affirmatively shows on its face that the suit is barred by the statute of limitations of ten years, § 20, Tit. 7, supra.

Section 18, Tit. 7, Code 1940, provides as follows:

“All other civil actions, in law or equity, must be commenced after the cause of action has accrued within the period…