2022 District of Columbia Code
Title 40 - Liens
Chapter 3 - Mechanics, Materialmen, and Contractors
Subchapter IV - Artisan’s Lien
§ 40–307.01. Artisan’s lien — Generally

Universal Citation: DC Code § 40–307.01 (2022)
§ 40–307.01. Artisan’s lien — Generally.

Any mechanic or artisan who shall make, alter, or repair any article of personal property at the request of the owner shall have a lien thereon for his just and reasonable charges for his work done and materials furnished, and may retain the same in his possession until said charges are paid; but if possession is parted with by his consent such lien shall cease.

(Mar. 3, 1901, 31 Stat. 1388, ch. 854, § 1260.)

Prior Codifications

1981 Ed., § 38-124.

1973 Ed., § 38-124.

Section References

This section is referenced in § 40-307.02.

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