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Which type of lien has the highest priority, regardless of when it was recorded?

Correct Answer

B) A property tax lien imposed by the government

Property tax liens hold the highest priority of all liens in Mississippi, superseding even previously recorded mortgages. This is a statutory priority established by law, not determined by recording date. Failure to pay property taxes can result in a tax sale of the property.

Answer Options
A
A mortgage lien recorded before all other liens
B
A property tax lien imposed by the government
C
A mechanic's lien filed by an unpaid contractor
D
A judgment lien obtained through a court order

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Key Terms:

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