Escrow & Title
Which of the following liens has the highest priority in Connecticut regardless of when it was recorded?
AFirst mortgage lien
BJudgment lien
CReal property tax lien✓ Correct
DMechanics' lien
Explanation
Real property tax liens (and special assessment liens) are generally given super-priority status, meaning they take precedence over all other liens — including prior-recorded mortgages — regardless of the recording order.
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