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In Alabama, a mechanics lien is called a Statement of Lien and it may be filed by any party who has not been paid for construction work on a project. This document is used to help contractors, suppliers, and others that work in the construction industry to get paid the money they've earned on their projects in Alabama.

Once the lien has arisen, it will continue until the liability for the amount assessed is satisfied, released or becomes unenforceable by reason of lapse of time (i.e. 10 years from the date the lien is filed) (Code Sections 40-1-2, 40-29-20, and 49-29-21).

The Alabama Release of Lien Form is used to cancel a lien that has already been filed. It's most often used to release a lien claim after a lien claimant receives payment. Alabama law requires that a lien cancellation is filed within 30 days after the lien is satisfied.

If the work being performed on a project requires a license, then the contractor or subcontractor should have the required licensing in order to legally assert a mechanic's lien. Alabama requires subcontractors and materialmen to deliver a notice of their intent to file a lien to the owner before filing the lien.

The Alabama Release of Lien Form is used to cancel a lien that has already been filed. It's most often used to release a lien claim after a lien claimant receives payment. Alabama law requires that a lien cancellation is filed within 30 days after the lien is satisfied.

All lien claimants, except an original contractor must give notice prior to filing a verified statement of lien. The notice must be given in writing to the owner stating that a lien is claimed, setting forth the amount and the subject of the lien, and the person or entity from whom it is owning. Ala. Code § 35-11-218.