Lien in Nevada
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Nevada permits broad lien rights for contractors and suppliers with a 90-day filing window and relatively debtor-friendly redemption rules.
How Nevada treats Lien
Nevada allows mechanic's liens to be filed within 90 days of last work or material delivery. The state requires preliminary notice to property owners before work begins in many cases. Nevada also recognizes judgment liens and tax liens; judgment liens attach to all real property owned by the debtor in the county where recorded.
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 Nevada.