The Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) in Texas has a twoyear "statute of limitations. Sec. 17.46. DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES UNLAWFUL.Statute Of Limitations In Case Filed Pursuant To The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act Was Tolled For 10 Years Under The "Discovery Rule" - FindLaw. The DTPA requires that you give written notice of your problem to the merchant or seller at least 60 days before you can file suit in court. There is no deadline for the attorney general to file suit under the DTPA, but private litigants must file suit within a twoyear statute of limitations. This subchapter may be cited as the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act. A Deceptive Trade Practices Act lawsuit must generally be filed within two years after the date on which the misleading or deceptive act or practice occurred. Victims of Deceptive Business and Trade Practices in Texas Must Act Quickly. The primary tool the Office of the Attorney General uses to protect Texas consumers is the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA). See generally RICHARD.