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Judgment Lien Foreclosure In Fairfax
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Fairfax
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The Virginia lien law states that the memorandum should be recorded in the clerk's office in the county or city in which the building, structure or railroad, or any part thereof is located. If the property spans more than one county, your claim should be filed in both.
Judgment Liens: State Va. Code §8.01-458 and 8.01-251 Expire 20 years from date entered, and may be renewed for an additional 20 years If real estate has been conveyed to a BFP, the lien is unenforceable 10 years after date of transfer. Known as “10 year out of title” rule.
A judgment-creditor may ask the court for these things to help collect a judgment. Summons to answer debtor interrogatories. Garnishment of your income. Levy (or attachment) to sell your personal property.
Property Liens and Seizure If a judgment is entered against you in Virginia, creditors may use various legal tools to collect the debt, including placing liens on your property or seizing your assets. Understanding how liens work and your rights regarding potential seizure is crucial for protecting your interests.
How does a creditor go about getting a judgment lien in Virginia? To attach the lien, the creditor records the judgment on the county recorder's lien docket in any Virginia county where the debtor owns property now or may own property in the future.
Recording Requirements: Per § 55.1-407(A), the grantor must file their quitclaim deed with the County Circuit Court Clerk where the property resides. Transfer Tax: Yes (Va. Code § 58.1-801).
The address of the Land Records Division is: Fairfax Circuit Court, 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 317, Fairfax, VA 22030. The telephone number is 703/691-7320 (press 3, then 3). The office is open from a.m. – p.m. Monday through Friday.
