North Carolina § 121-55 - Museum or archives repository's lien for expenses.

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§ 121-55. Museum or archives repository's lien for expenses.

When the lender of loaned property is known, a museum or archives repository may charge the lender expenses for the reasonable care of loaned property unclaimed after the expiration date of the loan. When the lender of loaned property is unknown, a museum or archives repository may place a lien against the value of specific loaned property for expenses reasonably necessary to protect the loaned property from ordinary decay and deterioration due to natural causes, theft, or vandalism. History (2015-218, s. 2.)

Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 121-55

What does North Carolina General Statutes § 121-55 cover?

Section 121-55 ("Museum or archives repository's lien for expenses.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. 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 North Carolina § 121-55?

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Is this the official text of North Carolina law?

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