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HB676 • 2025

Property; fine for any frivolous mechanic lien filed; provide

Property; fine for any frivolous mechanic lien filed; provide

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Sponsor
Clifton, Rob
Last action
2026-03-23
Official status
Senate Read Second Time
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official text confirms the bill provides for a fine but does not specify the amount or conditions.

HB676: Fines for Frivolous Mechanic Liens

This bill amends Georgia law to provide a fine for filing frivolous mechanic liens.

What This Bill Does

  • Amends Part 3 of Article 8 of Chapter 14 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding mechanics and materialmen liens.
  • Provides for a fine when a frivolous mechanic lien is filed.

Who It Names or Affects

  • People who file mechanic liens in Georgia.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The official text does not state the specific dollar amount of the fine.
  • The effective date is listed as blank in the provided source material.
  • The definition of what makes a lien 'frivolous' is mentioned but not detailed in this summary.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-23 Georgia General Assembly

    Senate Read Second Time

Official Summary Text

Property; fine for any frivolous mechanic lien filed; provide