Under Florida lien law, how long does a lienor have to file a Claim of Lien after the last day of furnishing labor or materials?
Correct Answer
B) 90 days
Florida Statute Chapter 713 requires that a Claim of Lien be filed within 90 days after the last day the lienor furnished labor or materials to the project. This is a strict deadline that cannot be extended.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Florida Statute Chapter 713 explicitly establishes a 90-day deadline for filing a Claim of Lien after the last day of furnishing labor or materials. This is a mandatory statutory requirement that protects both property owners and contractors by providing a reasonable but limited timeframe for lien claims. The 90-day period is calculated from the actual last day work was performed or materials were delivered, not from contract completion or payment due dates. This deadline is strictly enforced by Florida courts and cannot be waived or extended.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option C: 60 days
60 days is too short and not the statutory requirement under Florida lien law
Option D: 120 days
180 days is far beyond the statutory deadline and would result in an invalid lien claim
Memory Technique
Think '90 days = 3 months' - a full quarter year is reasonable time to file a lien claim after finishing work
Reference Hint
Florida Statutes Chapter 713 - Construction Liens, specifically Section 713.08
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