Property Ownership
In Washington, a lien on a property can be removed by all of the following EXCEPT:
APaying the debt (satisfaction)
BRecording a release of lien by the lienholder
CWaiting 10 years for the lien to expire automatically in all cases✓ Correct
DCourt order (quiet title action)
Explanation
Liens are removed by satisfaction, release, or court order. Not all liens expire after 10 years automatically — some can be renewed. The statement that all liens expire automatically in all cases after 10 years is incorrect.
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