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JDF 131

Instructions for an Agistor's Lien

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective October 1, 2024

This document provides instructions for an Agistor's Lien, which is a claim filed by someone who feeds, cares for, or manages livestock. It explains what the lien is, how it works, and the steps needed to file related court documents.

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Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This information is used by people who need to file a lien related to livestock care in court. It details the required forms and the order in which documents must be filed.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is an Agistor's lien?
An Agistor's lien is a claim filed by a person who works with livestock, such as a rancher or veterinarian, for services like feeding or medical care.
Where must the lien be filed before court documents are filed?
The Agistor's Lien must first be filed with the Secretary of State or the County Clerk and Recorder in the county where the livestock are located.
What forms are mentioned for filing?
The instructions list several forms, including JDF 132 for the lien itself, and JDF 133 for the Complaint for Foreclosure.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect October 1, 2024.

Related forms

  • JDF 132

    Agistor's Lien

    This form is used to file an Agistor's Lien, which is a claim against livestock. It requires the person filing the lien to swear under oath that the information provided is true.

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  • JDF 133

    Complaint for Foreclosure on Agistor's Lien

    This form is used to start a case asking the court to declare a valid Agistor's Lien on livestock and to foreclose that lien. It requires the person filing the case to provide details about the plaintiff, the defendant, and the livestock involved.

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  • JDF 134

    Order to Show Cause re: Sale of Livestock

    This form is an order from the court that tells a defendant they must explain why the sale of livestock should not happen. It sets a date and time for a hearing where this issue will be discussed.

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  • JDF 135

    Order re: Judgment on Agistor's Lien

    This form is an official court order that records a judge's decision regarding a judgment on an agistor's lien. It states what the court has decided about the case, such as if a default judgment was granted or if the plaintiff can sell livestock.

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  • JDF 136

    Notice of Demand - Agistor's Lien

    This form is a Notice of Demand for an Agistor's Lien. It is used to formally notify the owner that payment for the care of livestock is overdue.

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  • Form 27

    Calculation of the Amount of Exempt Earnings

    This form is a worksheet used to calculate how much money from someone's earnings can be taken by a court order. It requires calculating gross pay, subtracting required deductions, and then determining the final amount that can be taken.

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    Notice of Levy

    This form is a Notice of Levy that tells a person (the judgment debtor) that some of their property or money is being held or taken to pay a debt owed to another person (the plaintiff). It also lists types of property that might be protected from being taken.

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    How to File a County Civil Lawsuit (money demand)

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