Artisan's lien

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000577",
  "term": "Artisan's lien",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A possessory lien allowing a person who has performed labor or supplied materials to improve personal property to retain possession of that property until paid for the services. This lien arises by operation of law and does not require a written agreement. For example, an auto mechanic may hold a car until the repair bill is settled.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/artisan-s-lien/"
}