Vessel Liens

Short Lien - worth less than $1,500

  • Must provide either a Police 180 or a written appraisal from a licensed Boat Appraiser to prove the value.
  • Takes approximately 41 days to clear.

Long Lien - worth more than $1,500

  • Unable to provide evidence to contrast this statement.
  • Process is the same as with vehicles.

NOTE: If the boat has a trailer attached to it, it is processed with the vessel as one entity; trailers do not need a separate Lien Sale.