Property Ownership
In Missouri, if a co-owner in joint tenancy is involved in a lawsuit and a judgment lien is obtained against their share, what happens?
AThe entire property becomes subject to the lien
BOnly their interest is subject to the lien; if they transfer their interest, joint tenancy is severed✓ Correct
CThe lien is automatically released
DThe other co-owners must pay the judgment
Explanation
A judgment lien attaches only to the debtor joint tenant's interest. If that interest is transferred to satisfy the judgment, the joint tenancy is severed and the buyer becomes a tenant in common.
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