Connecticut Notice of Appearance Bond Lien is a legal document filed with the Office of the Secretary of the State of Connecticut by a contractor, subcontractor, or other party (the obligedor”) who has contracted with the State of Connecticut to perform work or provide services. The bond lien is a guarantee that the obliged will appear in court and make payment if they are found liable for any debts or obligations arising out of the contract. The lien is placed on all assets of the obliged, including real estate, motor vehicles, and personal property, and gives the State of Connecticut a security interest in those assets. There are two types of Connecticut Notice of Appearance Bond Lien: a “Notification of Lien” and a “Certificate of Lien.” The Notification of Lien is filed with the Secretary of the State of Connecticut and serves as a public notice that the obliged has an outstanding lien on their assets. The Certificate of Lien is filed with the county clerk in the county where the obliged resides. This document provides a more detailed description of the lien and is necessary to pursue collection of the debt.