W. Va. Code § 38-16-106

Nonconsensual common law lien defined.

Year: 2026Length: 59 wordsOfficial source
"Nonconsensual common law lien" means a fraudulent lien that is misrepresented as a valid lien because it: (1) Is not provided for by a specific statute; (2) Does not derive its existence from the consent of the owner of the affected property; and (3) Is not an equitable lien or other lien imposed by a court of competent jurisdiction.
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