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A lien is an encumbrance or legal burden upon property.  See also [[judicial lien]]. [[category:legal terms]]
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A lien is an encumbrance or legal burden upon property.  See also [[judicial lien]].  
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Specifically, a '''lien''' is a charge on specific property that is designed to secure payment of a [[debt]] or performance of an obligation. A [[debtor]] may still be responsible for a [[lien]] after a discharge in [[bankruptcy]].
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