Questions regarding the statute of limitations or time limit for filing suit are often difficult and confusing. DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES AND CONSUMER PROTECTION. Sec. 17.41.Statute of limitations. 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. Statute Of Limitations In Case Filed Pursuant To The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act Was Tolled For 10 Years Under The "Discovery Rule" - FindLaw. As noted, the DTPA has a statute of limitations extending two years. The General Assembly passed Senate Bill 259, which would create a class action mechanism in Virginia state courts. Laws prohibiting unfair, deceptive, or abusive business practices protect consumers in each state. This is the eighth section of the Disaster Manual. This section is on consumer protection issues.