Florida Mechanics Lien Release

Once a Florida lien is paid, a satisfaction or release of lien clears it from the public record. Here is what we know about releasing one, and what to confirm with counsel.

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What a lien release is in Florida

Florida law calls it a satisfaction or release of lien (Fla. Stat. § 713.21(1)). It is the claimant's signed statement that the lien is paid or released, and it clears the lien of record.

A lien that stays on the record after payment can hold up a sale or a refinance. Release it promptly, even when no one has asked yet.

Document: Satisfaction or release of lien; Fla. Stat. § 713.21(1)
When to release: Not confirmed in our research. Confirm with counsel.
If you do not: Not confirmed in our research. Confirm with counsel.
Where it is recorded: Circuit court clerk for the county
Notary: Required; Signed and acknowledged before a notary
Free blank form: Yes, PDF; Release of Lien

When to release a paid Florida lien

Deadline after payment: We could not confirm a statutory deadline to release a paid Florida lien. Release it as soon as you are paid, and confirm with counsel.
If you do not release it: We could not confirm a statutory penalty for not releasing a paid Florida lien. Confirm with counsel.
Where it is recorded: Record it with the circuit court clerk for the county. Bring the lien's recording number or book and page so the release can be matched to it.

More Florida rules to know

Since October 1, 2023, it must carry your notarized signature and the official records reference number and recording date stamped on the lien being released (Fla. Stat. § 713.21(1)).
Recording it in the clerk's office discharges the lien.

Download a blank Florida lien release form

The Release of Lien our service prepares, with every field left blank. PDF, free, no sign-up. Fill in the lien's recording details and your own facts before you sign it.

Source: Fla. Stat. § 713.21(1). Read the Florida lien statute. Release rules turn on facts specific to your lien. Confirm with counsel before relying on them.

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Florida lien release FAQ

What is a lien release called in Florida?

Florida law calls it a satisfaction or release of lien (Fla. Stat. § 713.21(1)).

How soon must I release a Florida lien after I am paid?

We could not confirm a statutory deadline to release a paid Florida lien. Release it as soon as you are paid, and confirm with counsel.

What happens if I do not release a paid lien in Florida?

We could not confirm a statutory penalty for not releasing a paid Florida lien. Confirm with counsel.

Where is a Florida lien release recorded?

Record it with the circuit court clerk for the county. Bring the lien's recording details so the release can be matched to it.

Is there a free Florida lien release form?

Yes. Download the blank Release of Lien on this page. It is the same release our service prepares, with every field left blank. Or we prepare it for you from $49.

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This page summarizes Florida law for general information and is not legal advice. Notice and release rules depend on your role, project type and dates. Confirm them against the statute or with counsel before relying on them.