West Virginia § 38-2-8 - 38-2-8. Notice and recordation of contractor's lien.

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§ 38-2-8. 38-2-8. Notice and recordation of contractor's lien.

For the purpose of perfecting and preserving his lien, any such general contractor as is mentioned in section one of this article shall, within one hundred days after the completion of his work provided for in such contract, cause to be recorded, in the office of the clerk of the county court of the county wherein such property is situate, a notice of such lien, which notice shall be sufficient if in form and effect as follows:

Notice of Mechanic's Lien.

To......................

Notice is hereby given, in accordance with the laws of the State of West Virginia, that the undersigned claims a lien to secure the payment of the sum of $......... upon your interest in and to lot number ......... of block number ......... as shown on the official map of the city of .......... (or other adequate and ascertainable description of the real estate to be charged) and upon the following buildings, structures and improvements thereon: (List the buildings, structures or improvements sought to be charged.)

Given under my hand this ....... day of ..........., 20.....

..............................

State of West Virginia,

County of ..................., being first duly sworn, upon his oath says that the statements contained in the foregoing notice of lien are true, as he verily believes.

Taken, subscribed and sworn to before me this .......... day of ..............., 20....

My commission expires .........................

.........................

(Official Capacity)

Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 38-2-8

What does West Virginia Code § 38-2-8 cover?

Section 38-2-8 ("38-2-8. Notice and recordation of contractor's lien.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West 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.

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