Oklahoma

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

Know your notice requirements, lien filing deadlines, and foreclosure deadlines before you lose your rights.

GET YOUR  LIEN TOOLKIT

preliminary notice

Required?

Required for those not contracting directly with owner; 75 days after furnishing (commercial/industrial)

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

4 months after last furnishing

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

1 year after filing lien (at least 90 days must pass)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Okla. Stat. tit. 42, §§ 141 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE
Deadline
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LIEN FILING
Deadline
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FORECLOSURE
Deadline
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Enter your last day of work to see your estimated deadlines.

Where and How to File:

File a lien statement with the County Clerk in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Required for those not contracting directly with owner; 75 days after furnishing (commercial/industrial)

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

4 months after last furnishing

Enforce Lien

1 year after filing lien (at least 90 days must pass)