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Can a mechanic get a lien on a vehicle if someone that owns the vehicle refuses to pay for the work?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes it involves court room and time so the best thing to do is keep the vehicle until you get paid.
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How can I sell a vehicle in Texas that has a mechanic's lien?
Either pay off the lien and then sell the vehicle, or sell the vehicle and use the money to pay off the lien.
Can a mechanic repo a truck?
Yes, provided he has a valid lien. Often, in the event of unpaid vehicle repair debts, mechanics can obtain a mechanic's lien. Repossession can be a means of enforcing a mechanic's lien.
How do you file a mechanic's lien for unpaid auto repairs in SC?
You would not usually "file" the mechanic's lien, which arises by law when you repair a vehicle. You can sue the vehicle owner and take and sell the vehicle in the legal process.
Can a mechanic repo?
Some mechanics may work as repossessors, but they can only repossess when contracted to do so by the entity which holds the lien to that vehicle. What you're probably thinking of is a mechanic's lien, which is a lien placed against that vehicle due to a delinquency in payment for work performed.
How do you put a lien on a car in Ontario?
A lien can be placed on a vehicle in Ontario by a mechanic or an automobile repair shop. This lien is often placed on the vehicle when there is a repair bill due and it has not been paid. The lien will be lifted when the bill has been paid in full.
Does a mechanic's lien include a car?
In most states the person who repairs a vehicle has an artisan's lien. An artisan's lien is a possessory lien meaning that a) no recording of any document is required to obtain the lien, however b) the lien is only good while it is in your possession. If you return the vehicle to the owner you have lost your lien. If the owner takes the vehicle without your consent, your lien is not defeated, however, in most states the act of taking the vehicle from you will be considered theft by the vehicle owner.
Can the police return vehicle when mechanics lien exists?
Generally, not legally. The mechanic's lien is a civil matter. Law enforcement may not involve themselves in civil matters. The only way to remove a mechanic's lien is to pay the amount owed, and have the lien holder relase it.
Can shop put lien on car if im still payin on it?
In most states a shop can put a mechanic's lien on the vehicle whether you are still paying the note or not. This means that you cannot sell the vehicle until you clear the lien.
Can the value of a mechanic's lien be sold to collect the balance due?
The lien has no value, only the car. The mechanics lien allows the shop to keep possession of a vehicle until the bill is payed in full. If the bill isn't payed, the mechanic can call the police to do a vin check on the vehicle. If the vehicle isn't reported stolen, they can have a title made out that transfers the full ownership to them. They can then sell the vehicle to recoup their losses.
How long is a mechanic's lien good in North Dakota?
Until you pay it off. If you try to sell the vehicle, the mechanics lien will prevent you from doing so.
Can someone move out of State with a Vehicle with a Lien on it?
Yes
Can a writ of replevin be used to take a vehicle from a mechanic holding it for repairs?
Yes and no. A writ of replevin is a court order to surrender a vehicle. Anyone who interferes with such can be arrested and held in contempt of court. This includes you, or any third party in possession of the vehicle. The mechanic's lien is a matter between you and the mechanic. If the repossessed vehicle is sold, and the proceeds exceed the amount of the original remaining loan balance, then any remaining money from the sale must be paid to the mechanic to satisfy his lien.
