Florida § 589.16 - Time for filing notice of lien.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 589.16 — Time for filing notice of lien., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 589.16. Time for filing notice of lien.
The notice of lien may be filed prior to the filing of a complaint brought to enforce said lien; provided that nothing herein contained shall prevent the filing of such notice at any time after the contract or agreement has been entered into and default made by the landowner in payment of any amount due under the contract or agreement; and suit in equity to enforce the rights of the Florida Forest Service or governmental authority as provided in this chapter must be brought within 12 months from the filing of said notice of lien.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 589.16
What does Florida Statutes § 589.16 cover?
Section 589.16 ("Time for filing notice of lien.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 589.16?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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