A conditional final release is signed, but the final check is stopped by the bank. What is the release result?
Correct Answer
D) Condition not met.
A conditional release depends on payment actually being made; a stopped payment means the condition was not met.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
A conditional release depends on payment actually being made; a stopped payment means the condition was not met.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Fully unconditional.
Fully unconditional. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Option B: Permit closed.
Permit closed. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Option C: Treat the signed conditional release as effective even after the check is stopped.
Treat the signed conditional release as effective even after the check is stopped. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Memory Technique
Lien Releases square for Reviewing Final: scope, authority, price, paper.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Lien releases from CSLB conditional and unconditional waiver/release forms guidance. / California Civil Code conditional waiver and release on final payment; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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