How do you place a lien?

Answer by  patti (29325)

A lien is a function of a judgment. You must go to court and show that a debt/obligation between you and the defendant. If the court rules in your favor, you can then place a lien on property or attach wages or assets in an effort to recover.

Answer by  patti (29325)

You must file an action to get a judgment against a debtor. Then you can request that a lien against property be placed pending resolution of the debt.

Answer by  sara99 (851)

A lien is a formal judgment against someone for failure of payment that is filed in the recorders office of your local government agency. Generally it is a mechanics lien for work completed but not paid.

Answer by  Catteni (29)

The local County Clerks Office should be able to direct you to the proper department within their building to place a lien on vehicles.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

You simply put forth an application for it and then you are good to go. That is the way people conduct this procedure.