The possessory vessel lien procedures described by the provisions of this article shall supersede any local ordinance and shall provide the exclusive means of enforcing these liens. Nothing in this article shall be construed as affecting any maritime lien cognizable under any federal law.

(Repealed and added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 941, Sec. 2.)

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Terms Used In California Harbors and Navigation Code 501.5

  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
  • vessel: includes any trailer used in connection with the vessel which is in the possession of the lienholder at the time the lien arises. See California Harbors and Navigation Code 501
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