| State | Preliminary Notice Deadline | Private Works - Mechanics Lien Deadline | Public Works - Bond Claim Deadline | Federal/Miller Act Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | Within 20 days of first labor/materials |
GC: 90 days from completion; or 60 days from Notice of Completion/Cessation Sub/Supplier: 90 days from completion; or 30 days from Notice of Completion/Cessation |
Stop Notice: within 90 days after completion/cessation or 30 days from
Notice of
Completion/Acceptance/Cessation Bond Claim: within 90 days after completion |
Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| Arizona | Within 20 days of first labor/materials | 120 days from completion; or 60 days from Notice of Completion | Bond Claim: within 90 days after completion | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| Nevada | Within 31 days of first labor/materials | 90 days from completion; or 40 days from Notice of Completion/Cessation | Bond Claim: within 90 days from last labor/materials | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| Oregon | Within 8 days of first labor/materials | 75 days from completion or cessation | Bond Claim: within 120 days from last labor/materials | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| Washington |
New Single Family Residence: within 10 days of first delivery Other private: within 60 days of first delivery |
90 days from last labor/materials; or 60 days if owner records notice | Bond Claim: within 30 days after final acceptance of the project by the public agency | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| New Mexico | Within 60 working days of first labor/materials | 90 days from completion; or 120 days if contracted with owner | Bond Claim: within 90 days from last labor/materials | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
| Florida | Within 45 days of first labor/materials | 90 days from completion | Bond Claim: within 90 days after completion | Within 90 days of last labor/materials |
Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Mechanics lien laws are complex and vary by jurisdiction. For specific legal guidance regarding your situation, please consult with a qualified licensed attorney.