According to the statute of frauds, how long must a lease be in writing to be enforceable?

The statute of frauds requires certain contracts to be in writing in order to be enforceable, and for leases, this specifically pertains to leases that exceed one year. In Alabama, as well as in many other jurisdictions, a lease must be in writing if it is intended to last longer than one year. This requirement serves to prevent fraudulent claims and misunderstandings regarding the terms of real estate leases. When a lease is drafted for a period of one year or less, it can be enforceable even if it is not in writing. Therefore, the correct answer aligns with the legal requirement that leases lasting more than one year must be documented in writing to ensure their validity and enforceability.