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Dorchester County Mechanics Lien Complaint Form

Dorchester County Mechanics Lien Complaint Form

Dorchester County Mechanics Lien Complaint Form

Fill in the blank Mechanics Lien Complaint form formatted to comply with all Maryland recording and content requirements.

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Dorchester County Mechanics Lien Complaint Guide

Dorchester County Mechanics Lien Complaint Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

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Dorchester County Completed Example of the Mechanics Lien Complaint Document

Dorchester County Completed Example of the Mechanics Lien Complaint Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

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Important: Your property must be located in Dorchester County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Circuit Court: Land Records Office
Address:
206 High St / PO Box 150
Cambridge, Maryland 21613

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F

Phone: 301-228-0480

Recording Tips for Dorchester County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization

Cities and Jurisdictions in Dorchester County

Properties in any of these areas use Dorchester County forms:

  • Cambridge
  • Church Creek
  • Crapo
  • Crocheron
  • East New Market
  • Fishing Creek
  • Hurlock
  • Linkwood
  • Madison
  • Rhodesdale
  • Secretary
  • Taylors Island
  • Toddville
  • Vienna
  • Wingate
  • Woolford

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dorchester County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dorchester County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Dorchester County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Dorchester County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Dorchester County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Dorchester County?

Recording fees in Dorchester County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 301-228-0480 for current fees.

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Enforcing a Mechanic's Lien in Maryland with Judicial Proceedings

Once a lien is placed on a property, the lien is only good as long as it can be enforced. Enforcement on a mechanic's lien is accomplished by foreclosing on the lien through judicial proceedings. At this point, it is highly recommended to use an attorney in any action to enforce the lien.

The right to enforce any lien established expires at the end of one year from the day on which the petition to establish the lien was first filed. Md. Real Prop. Code section 9-109. During this time, the claimant may file a petition (a complaint) in the lien proceedings to enforce the lien or execute on any bond given to obtain a release of the land and building from the lien. Id. If such petition is filed within the one year period, the right to a lien or the lien, or any bond given to obtain a release of lien, shall remain in full force and effect until the conclusion of the enforcement proceedings and thereafter only in accordance with the decree entered in the case. Id.

The requirements for filing the lien complaint are governed under the Maryland Rules of Civil Procedure (MRCP). Therefore, best practices would involve using an attorney familiar with these rules in drafting the petition. You must use an attorney if you are not filing the Complaint yourself, as anyone signing on your behalf must be licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland. Even if you are not a licensed attorney, you will still be held to the standards of one and expected to know the applicable rules and statutes.

If you are filing on your own behalf, be careful that everything included in the complaint is accurate to the best of your knowledge. Do not exaggerate or pad any amounts. Attach documentation to show amounts due, work completed to date, and any cost overruns. Under the MRCP, you could be liable for damages or sanctioned by the court for any false or frivolous filing.

This article is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any questions about filing suit to enforce a lien in Maryland, please consult an attorney.

Important: Your property must be located in Dorchester County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Mechanics Lien Complaint meets all recording requirements specific to Dorchester County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Dorchester County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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