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Notice of Lien

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 1985

This form tells everyone involved in a civil case that a legal claim, called a lien, has been placed on the property related to the case. It also explains what must happen before the case can be finished.

The court describes it as: Tells the parties in a civil case that there is a lien against (a legal claim for) the property the case is about or what one of the parties might win in the case because there is an attachment on the property of that party or a decision by a court (judgment) that the party owes money in another case. Also tells the parties what must happen before the case can be resolved.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a lien is being placed on property in a civil case, either because of an attachment or a money judgment from another case.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a Notice of Lien that tells parties that a legal claim has been placed on the property related to the case. It is used when enforcing a judgment or attachment.
Who fills out this form?
The form requires a signature from the lien claimant or their attorney.
What does the notice say about the case?
It specifies the action where the lien is based, including the case number and the date the judgment was entered.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 1985.

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