How many days does a lien holder have to file for lien sale?

• A. 30 days
• B. 60 days
• C. 90 days
• D. 120 days

Answer: (B)

The key idea is the deadline to initiate enforcement of a vessel lien through a lien sale. California law requires the lienholder to file for a lien sale within sixty days, creating a clear, timely window to move forward with selling the vessel to satisfy the debt. This 60-day limit helps prevent liens from lingering too long and ensures the owner has prompt notice and recourse. If you wait longer than sixty days, the lien may lose its enforceability for the sale, reducing the creditor’s remedy. The other timeframes are not the standard deadline for filing a lien sale in this context.