Escrow & Title
In Alaska, the priority of liens is generally determined by:
AThe amount of the lien
BThe date of recording (first in time, first in right)✓ Correct
CThe type of lien — tax liens always have priority
DThe court's discretion at time of dispute
Explanation
Lien priority in Alaska generally follows the 'first in time, first in right' rule — liens recorded earlier have higher priority. However, property tax liens have super-priority and take precedence over most other liens.
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