A lien is an encumbrance that makes property security for the payment of a debt or discharge of an obligation. The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) serves notification by mail to debtors when an involuntary lien is recorded against them. An involuntary lien is a lien that a property owner did not sign.
What Is a Motion to Avoid a Judicial Lien in Bankruptcy? A Motion to Avoid Judicial Lien is a motion your bankruptcy attorney can file in bankruptcy court to remove an involuntary judgment lien from your house or other property after you have completed bankruptcy.
A lien is a lawful claim against property that guarantees payment of a debt. If the debt isn't paid, the creditor may be able to seize the property. The creditor may also be able to sell the property to satisfy all or part of the debt.
If you do not pay the judgment, the judgment creditor can garnish or "seize" your property. The judgment creditor can get an order that tells the Sheriff to take your personal property, like the money in your bank account or your car, to pay the judgment.
Yes, a lien may be placed on property that is jointly owned. However, the effects of that lien depend on the type of ownership that the property is under. Before discussing the terms of joint ownership, it's important that you understand exactly what liens are and what they may mean for you and your investment.