Virginia § 43-17.1 - Hearing on validity of lien
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 43-17.1 — Hearing on validity of lien, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43-17.1. Hearing on validity of lien
Any party, having an interest in real property against which a lien has been filed, may, upon a showing of good cause, petition the court of equity having jurisdiction wherein the building, structure, other property, or railroad is located to hold a hearing to determine the validity of any perfected lien on the property. After reasonable notice to the lien claimant and any party to whom the benefit of the lien would inure and who has given notice as provided in § 43-18 of the Code of Virginia, the court shall hold a hearing and determine the validity of the lien. If the court finds that the lien is invalid, it shall forthwith order that the memorandum or notice of lien be released from record.
1975, c. 380; 2010, c. 352.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 43-17.1
What does Code of Virginia § 43-17.1 cover?
Section 43-17.1 ("Hearing on validity of lien") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 43-17.1?
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