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FOC 46

Lien Order

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective May 1, 2021

This form is a court order that tells certain government offices to put a lien on property. It is used when a friend of the court asks the judge to make a lien to help make sure support payments are paid.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 552.625(a), MCR 3.208(B)

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a hearing where a friend of the court has asked the judge to place a lien on property belonging to the defendant to secure support payments.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who files this form?
The form is used when a petition has been filed by the friend of the court. The judge signs the final order. Great care must be taken to fill out all the required sections.
What does this form do?
It is a court order that directs the Register of Deeds and other offices to place a lien on the defendant's property. This lien stays active until the court releases it.
Is a hearing needed?
The form text mentions that notice of a hearing must be served on both parties before the order can be issued.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect May 1, 2021.

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