W. Va. Code § 38-16-201

Current through 2024 Regular Session

Section 38-16-201 - Bonafide liens are not affected by this article

Regardless of whether such liens may also be considered to be common law liens, nothing in this article is intended to affect:

(1) Statutory liens arising under an enactment of the Legislature;

(2) Equitable liens, constructive liens and other liens that are imposed by a court of competent jurisdiction; or

(3) Consensual liens now or hereafter recognized under the common law of this state.

W. Va. Code § 38-16-201