Do you have to pay tax on an adverse possession property to claim title. If so how can this happen if you do not own it?

Yes, in many jurisdictions, you must pay property taxes on an adverse possession property to claim title. This requirement is based on the principle that to gain ownership through adverse possession, the claimant must treat the property as their own, which includes paying taxes. Even if you do not have legal ownership, paying property taxes demonstrates your claim and intention to possess the property. Failing to pay taxes can undermine your adverse possession claim.