Washington Statutes
§ 60.70.020 — Real property common law liens unenforceable—Personal property common law liens limited.
Washington § 60.70.020
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Wash. Rev. Code § 60.70.020 (2026).
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Nonconsensual common law liens against real property shall not be recognized or enforceable. Nonconsensual common law liens claimed against any personal property shall not be recognized or enforceable if, at any time the lien is claimed, the claimant fails to retain actual lawfully acquired possession or exclusive control of the property.
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Legislative History
[1986 c 181 s 2.]
Nearby Sections
15
§ 60.04.011
Definitions.§ 60.04.021
Lien authorized.§ 60.04.031
Notices—Exceptions.§ 60.04.041
Contractor registration.§ 60.04.051
Property subject to lien.§ 60.04.061
Priority of lien.§ 60.04.071
Release of lien rights.§ 60.04.081
Frivolous claim—Procedure.§ 60.04.091
Recording—Time—Contents of lien.§ 60.04.101
Separate residential units—Time for filing.§ 60.04.111
Recording—Fees.§ 60.04.121
Lien—Assignment.§ 60.04.131
Claims—Designation of amount due.§ 60.04.141
Lien—Duration—Procedural limitations.Cite This Page — Counsel Stack
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