Escrow & Title
A mechanic's lien in Georgia may be filed by:
AOnly licensed general contractors
BContractors, subcontractors, and materialmen who have supplied labor or materials for improving property and have not been paid✓ Correct
CAny creditor of the property owner
DThe county government for unpaid permit fees
Explanation
Georgia's mechanics' and materialmen's lien law (OCGA 44-14-361) allows contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers who furnished labor or materials for property improvements to file liens if unpaid.
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