How do I place a lien -- Las Vegas

Question

I need info on how to place a lien on my tenant.  They left me a nice water bill, stiffed me on rent (I was a nice guy -- one of them had some cancer issues -- that was the story).  Was always late with the rent, not a nice couple to deal with.

It's not Soooo much the money, but I'm sure this happened to the prior landlord.  I think a lien is justified -- LOL!

Thanx

P.S.  I attempted a search just in case this was asked Before.  I'm new here.

Joe Ellis · Answer

If they're renting your property then it's highly unlikely (although not impossible) that they have something really worth anything putting a lien on. Unless you're planning to take their vehicle (if they have one) which I guess would work. I'd call a couple of apartment owners or other property managers in your area to find out if they have done this before and if it's worth the time and effort.

Otherwise, I'd do like Account Closed said and take them to small claims court but make sure that you have documentation and print-outs of all correspondence between you and the tenants. Texts, emails, phone call date and times and recordings if you have them. You're going to have to PROVE your side of the story because as it sounds, these tenants are going to just fabricate stories to cover their butts and not have to pay you. Good luck and keep us updated!

-Joe

Account Closed · Answer

Yep, go to court, get a judgment, then you can garnish their wages, levy their bank accounts, put a lien on their car through the DMV - basically, anything they own.

Ed S. · Answer

Thanks for the feedback gentleman -- you are correct -- Judgement is the correct wording (not lien).