{"code":"HNC","codeName":"Harbors and Navigation Code","section":"509","citation":"Harb. & Nav. Code, § 509","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 3. VESSELS [399. - 786.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3"},{"name":"CHAPTER 2. Civil Actions and Liens [450. - 509.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3/chapter-2"},{"name":"ARTICLE 4. Boaters Lien Law [500. - 509.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3/chapter-2/article-4"}],"history":"Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 941, Sec. 2.","effective":null,"html":"<p>No lien shall attach to any personal property in or on the vessel except that which is carried on the vessel for lifesaving, safety, mooring, and operating purposes. Personal property not subject to lien shall be given to the registered owner or the owner’s authorized agent upon demand.</p>","text":"No lien shall attach to any personal property in or on the vessel except that which is carried on the vessel for lifesaving, safety, mooring, and operating purposes. Personal property not subject to lien shall be given to the registered owner or the owner’s authorized agent upon demand.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/boaters-lien-law-509","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}