Lien in Idaho
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Idaho enforces mechanic's liens strictly, requiring notice within specific timeframes and strict compliance with statutory procedures.
How Idaho treats Lien
Idaho recognizes mechanic's liens for contractors and suppliers who improve real property, but claimants must file within 90 days of completing work or supplying materials. The state requires preliminary notice to property owners and general contractors before work begins in many cases. Idaho also recognizes judgment liens, which attach to real property when a creditor obtains a court judgment. Liens must be properly recorded to bind the property and maintain priority against subsequent creditors.
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 Idaho.