Under Louisiana's Private Works Act, what is the maximum time period for filing a privilege or lien claim after the work is completed or materials are furnished?
Correct Answer
C) 60 days
Louisiana's Private Works Act allows 60 days from completion of work or furnishing of materials to file a privilege or lien claim.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Louisiana's Private Works Act (La. R.S. 9:4801 et seq.) sets a 60-day window from the date of project completion or final furnishing of materials within which a contractor, subcontractor, or materialman must file a lien (privilege) to preserve their claim against the property.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 30 days
30 days is too short. This deadline is sometimes associated with notice requirements or bond claim deadlines in other states, but it does not match Louisiana's lien filing period under the Private Works Act.
Option B: 120 days
120 days is too long. This figure may be confused with deadlines in other states' mechanics lien statutes or with Louisiana's public works lien periods.
Option D: 90 days
90 days is incorrect. While some states use a 90-day lien filing window, Louisiana's Private Works Act specifically requires filing within 60 days.
Memory Technique
Louisiana lien = 60 days: 'Six-Oh in the Bayou' — you have 60 days to file your privilege claim under the Private Works Act.
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