California § 8319 - A design professional may convert a recorded design professional lien to a mechan
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 8319 — A design professional may convert a recorded design professional lien to a mechan, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8319. A design professional may convert a recorded design professional lien to a mechan
(a) A design professional may convert a recorded design professional lien to a mechanics lien if all of the following requirements are met: (1) The design professional lien expires pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 8306. (2) The design professional lien remains fully or partially unpaid. (3) Within 30 days of the expiration of the design professional lien pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 8306, the design professional records a mechanics lien for the amount of the unpaid design professional lien. (4) The recorded mechanics lien states that it is a converted design professional lien but shall be recorded and enforced as a mechanics lien, except the design professional need not provide a preliminary notice to enforce this mechanics lien. This mechanics lien shall be effective as of the date of recordation of this mechanics lien and shall be given priority pursuant to the provisions of Section 8450. (b) This section shall not apply if a design professional lien expires pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 8306.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 8319
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 8319 cover?
Section 8319 ("A design professional may convert a recorded design professional lien to a mechan") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 8319?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 8319" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 8319 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.