§ 9333 Possessory Lien Priority
This law defines a 'possessory lien' as a right to keep someone's goods until you're paid for services or materials, and it gives that lien priority over other security interests unless the law says otherwise.
A mechanic repairs a customer's car and, after the work is done, keeps the car until the customer pays the repair bill.
Because the mechanic had possession of the car and the work was part of his normal business, the law gives him a possessory lien that lets him hold the car as security for payment. This lien would outrank a bank's security interest in the car unless the bank's statute specifically says otherwise.
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§ 9333 Possessory Lien Priority
Last verified: January 10, 2026