Florida Contractor Practice Exam

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How long does a lien stay valid after it is filed under Florida law?

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1 year

The correct answer is: 1 year

Under Florida law, a lien remains valid for a period of one year after it is filed. This duration is essential because it provides a timeframe within which the lien claimant must take legal action to enforce the lien through foreclosure. If the claimant does not initiate a lawsuit to enforce the lien within that one-year period, the lien automatically becomes dormant and may be invalidated. This one-year timeframe is established by Florida’s lien laws to ensure that claims are resolved in a timely manner, protecting property owners from indefinite encumbrances. It strikes a balance between allowing lien claimants the time to pursue their claims and ensuring that property can be transferred or encumbered without the shadow of old liens lingering indefinitely.