Property Ownership
Under West Virginia law, which of the following would be classified as a general lien rather than a specific lien?
AA deed of trust on a specific property
BA mechanics' lien on a property where work was performed
CA judgment lien entered against a debtor in the county✓ Correct
DA property tax lien on a specific parcel
Explanation
A judgment lien in West Virginia is a general lien — it attaches to all real property owned by the judgment debtor in the county where the judgment is docketed. Mortgages, mechanic's liens, and property tax liens are specific liens on particular properties.
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