Lien in Georgia
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Georgia mechanic's liens must be filed within 90 days and require notice to the property owner.
How Georgia treats Lien
Georgia contractors and suppliers must file a mechanic's lien in the superior court of the county where the property is located within 90 days of last providing labor or materials. Notice of the lien must be served on the property owner within the filing period. Georgia law allows the lien to attach to the real property and provides foreclosure as the remedy for collection. The lien amount cannot exceed the contract price or the reasonable value of work and materials provided.
The general definition of Lien
A legal claim against property to secure payment of a debt or obligation.
A lien gives someone the right to hold or sell another person's property if a debt isn't paid. For instance, a mechanic who fixes your car might place a lien on it, meaning you can't sell or transfer the car until you pay the repair bill. The person holding the lien doesn't own the property, but they have a legal interest in it that must be satisfied before the owner can freely sell it.
Read the full Lien entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.