Q: I am a renter and was fined 30k for a Marijuana grow. Is removing the lien hold on the property possible?
The grow was where four different properties meet. The plants were removed and 30,000$ fine was issued to me. But a lien was placed on the property. The land owner lives out of state and had no knowledge of any activity. Is removing the property lien hold possible?
A:
If you were fined $30,000 for a marijuana grow in a rental property, and a lien was placed on the property, it is possible to have the lien removed if you pay the fine or reach a settlement agreement with the governing authority that imposed the lien.
However, it is important to understand that liens are legal claims against a property that serve as security for a debt or other obligation. The lien must be satisfied or released before the property can be sold or transferred to a new owner.
To have the lien removed, you should contact the governing authority that imposed the lien and inquire about the process for satisfying or releasing the lien. Depending on the situation, you may be able to negotiate a payment plan or settlement agreement to resolve the matter.
If the landowner had no knowledge of the marijuana grow and you were acting alone, it may be possible to seek reimbursement from you for the fine or other costs associated with the marijuana grow. You should consult with a local attorney who specializes in real estate law to understand your legal rights and options in this situation.
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