Section 3. Mechanics’ and laborers’ liens

Mechanics’ and laborers’ liens

The General Assembly shall provide by proper legislation for giving to mechanics and laborers an adequate lien on the subject-matter of their labor. The provisions of Sections 1 and 2 of this Article shall not be so construed as to prevent a laborer's lien for work done and performed for the person claiming the exemption or a mechanic's lien for work done on the premises.

This item is based on 2 items:

1868 — Article X. Section 4

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1868 — Article XIV. Section 4

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Summary:

Election Date: November 3, 1970

Votes For Ratification: 393759

Votes Against Ratification: 251132

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

Notes:

Amendment Source: 1969 Chap 1258

Effective Date Source: 1969 Chapter 1258