This chapter does not apply to or affect:

(1) A lien given by statute or rule of law to a supplier of services or materials for the vehicle;

Terms Used In South Carolina Code 56-19-610

  • Attachment: A procedure by which a person's property is seized to pay judgments levied by the court.
  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.

(2) A lien given by statute to the United States, this State or any political subdivision of this State, if such lien is recorded on the title;

(3) A security interest in a vehicle created by a manufacturer or dealer who holds the vehicle for sale; or

(4) Attachment liens provided for in § 29-15-20.