Notice of Lien for Motor Vehicle or Car Repairs and of Sale at Public Auction to Satisfy Lien
Overview of this form
The Notice of Lien for Motor Vehicle or Car Repairs and of Sale at Public Auction to Satisfy Lien is a legal document that allows a garage owner to assert a lien on a vehicle due to unpaid repairs or storage fees. This form serves to officially notify the vehicle owner of the owner's claim over the vehicle, detailing the reasons for the lien and the intent to sell the vehicle at public auction if payment is not made. This form is essential for garage owners needing to collect payment for their services while ensuring legal compliance in the lien process.
What’s included in this form
- Name and address of the vehicle owner.
- Name of the garage owner asserting the lien.
- Detailed description of the vehicle, including year, make, model, and VIN.
- Explanation of the storage, labor, and materials provided.
- Date, time, and location of the public auction.
- Legal citation supporting the lien.
Situations where this form applies
This form should be used when a garage owner has provided services for vehicle repairs or storage and is seeking payment for those services. If a vehicle owner fails to pay for repairs, the garage can utilize this notice to formally claim a lien on the vehicle, setting the stage for a public auction of the vehicle by providing appropriate notice under applicable laws.
Intended users of this form
- Garage owners who have performed unpaid services on a vehicle.
- Mechanics or repair facilities seeking to collect payment through a lien.
- Individuals handling vehicle repairs in a professional capacity who need to resolve non-payment issues legally.
How to prepare this document
- Identify and enter the name and address of the vehicle owner.
- Fill in the name of the garage owner claiming the lien.
- Provide the vehicle details, including year, make, model, and VIN.
- Describe the labor, materials, and storage provided to the vehicle.
- Set the date, time, and location for the public auction.
- Include the legal citation supporting the lien, then sign and date the form.
Does this document require notarization?
This form does not typically require notarization to be legally valid. However, some jurisdictions or document types may still require it. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for added convenience.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include complete and accurate vehicle information.
- Not providing a clear description of the services rendered.
- Leaving out the legal citation required for the lien.
- Not notifying the vehicle owner within the required timeframe.
Why use this form online
- Instant access to a legally vetted document.
- Easy customization to suit individual circumstances.
- Streamlined completion process enhances accuracy.
- Eliminates the need to visit legal offices or libraries.
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FAQ
How do I order a lien sale? You can fill out the order form online, or print the order form for vehicles valued less than $4,000 or more than $4,000 or for self storage facilities and then fax or email it to us, or you can call us to give us the required information, and we'll fill out the order form for you.
Lien release/cancellations must be recorded, and not just emailed or faxed between parties. Lien waivers, on the other hand, are just exchanged between the parties. For lien waivers, electronic signatures are perfectly acceptable.
Write your name and return address in the top three lines of the letter. Insert the complete date (month, day, year). Enter the recipient's name, title, company name and address on the next five lines. Greet the reader by writing "Dear (recipient's name):" Skip two lines. State the subject in a subject line.
It's perfectly legal to sell a car with a lien, as long as you pay off the loan first. To sell a car with a lien, you have the option to sell it to a car dealer as a trade-in, or sell the car to a private buyer.
1Remove and destroy the license plates.2Submit a completed Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (REG 138) to the department within five days of the sale.3Complete a Certification of Lien Sale for Vehicles Valued $4,000 or Less (REG 168A).
STATE OF FLORIDA. SUBMIT THIS FORM TO YOUR LOCAL TAX COLLECTOR OFFICE. www.flhsmv.gov/offices/ APPLICATION FOR NOTICE OF LIEN / REASSIGNMENT OF LIEN OR. SECTIONS 1 AND 2 SHOULD BE COMPLETED IF ADDING AN ORIGINAL LIEN. 1) DESCRIPTION OF MOTOR VEHICLE, MOBILE HOME, OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE OR VESSEL DESCRIPTION.
The car (vehicle) lien release form is a document that is used by a lending institution or entity after a borrower has paid the loan in full and the borrower would like to retrieve the title to their vehicle.
Depending on state laws, paper titles are generally mailed and electronic titles and/or liens are released to the motor vehicle agency approximately 10 business days after the payoff is received. Allow 15-30 days for receipt of your title based on mail time and/or motor vehicle agency process.
A Lien Release (also considered a Lien Cancellation or Release of Lien) is a legally binding document that is sent by the current lien holder, the individual who has leased the property or provided payment to secure the property, that informs any debt in relation to that property has been fulfilled and they relinquish
