Escrow & Title

In Oklahoma, a judgment lien arises when:

AA property owner misses a mortgage payment
BA court enters a money judgment against a property owner and the judgment is properly filed and recorded in the county where the property is located✓ Correct
CThe county assessor increases property taxes
DAn easement is created by necessity

Explanation

A judgment lien attaches to the debtor's real property in the county where the judgment is properly recorded. It must be paid (or bonded over) to convey clear title. The creditor can eventually force a sheriff's sale if the judgment remains unpaid.

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