California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP

CCP §697.050: If a lien created pursuant to this division is extinguished, property held subject to the lien shall be released unless the property is to be held under another lien or the property is ordered by the

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This statute addresses the release of property when a lien is extinguished, unless another lien applies or a court orders otherwise.

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If a lien created pursuant to this division is extinguished, property held subject to the lien shall be released unless the property is to be held under another lien or the property is ordered by the court to be held pending resolution of a dispute concerning its proper disposition.

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