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Dorchester County Notice of Mechanics Lien Form

Dorchester County Notice of Mechanics Lien Form

Dorchester County Notice of Mechanics Lien Form

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

Document Last Validated 5/8/2025
Dorchester County Notice of Mechanics Lien Guide

Dorchester County Notice of Mechanics Lien Guide

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Document Last Validated 7/24/2025
Dorchester County Completed Example of the Notice of Mechanics Lien Document

Dorchester County Completed Example of the Notice of Mechanics Lien Document

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Document Last Validated 5/20/2025

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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:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible

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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Establishing a Maryland Mechanic's Lien

Mechanic's Liens are used to place a block or burden on a property owner's title when a claimant (such as a contractor, materials supplier, or other laborer such as a subcontractor) has not been paid for labor, materials, or equipment provided. In Maryland, mechanic's liens are governed under Chapter 9 of the real property code.

In order to establish a lien, a person entitled to a lien must first file proceedings in the circuit court for the county where the land or any part of the land is located within 180 days after the work has been finished or the materials furnished. Md. Real Prop. Code section 9-105(a).
Under Md. Real Prop. Code section 9-105(a)(1), the petition must set forth at least the following:
(i) The name and address of the petitioner;
(ii) The name and address of the owner;
(iii) The nature or kind of work done or the kind and amount of materials furnished, the time when the work was done or the materials furnished, the name of the person for whom the work was done or to whom the materials were furnished, and the amount or sum claimed to be due, less any credit recognized by the petitioner;
(iv) A description of the land, including a statement whether part of the land is located in another county, and a description adequate to identify the building; and
(v) If the petitioner is a subcontractor, facts showing that the notice required was properly mailed or served upon the owner, or, posted on the building. If the lien is sought to be established against two or more buildings on separate lots or parcels of land owned by the same person, the lien will be postponed to other mechanics' liens unless the petitioner designates the amount he claims is due him on each building.

The claimant must also prepare an affidavit or have one drafted person on his behalf, setting forth facts upon which the petitioner claims he is entitled to the lien in the amount specified. Md. Real Prop. Code section 9-105(a)(2). Lastly, the claimant must include either original or sworn, certified, or photostatic copies of material papers or parts thereof, if any, which constitute the basis of the lien claim, unless the absence is explained in the affidavit. Md. Real Prop. Code section 9-105(a)(3).

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as substitute for the advice from an attorney. For any questions regarding filing a mechanic's lien claim in Maryland, please speak with a licensed attorney.

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

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

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