RAILROAD LABORER'S LIEN

Tex. PROP Code ch. 57
in effect

Tex. PROP Code § 57.001. RAILROAD LABORER'S LIEN.

A mechanic, laborer, or other person who works or uses tools or a team in the construction, operation, or repair of a railroad or railroad equipment has a lien on the railroad and equipment for the amount owed for the labor or the use of the tools or team.

Tex. PROP Code § 57.003. DURATION OF LIEN.

A lien under this chapter ceases to exist 12 months after the day that it is created, unless the lien claimant has sued to foreclose the lien.

Tex. PROP Code § 57.004. ENFORCEMENT.

A court in a suit to foreclose the lien shall render judgment for the amount due and order to be sold as much of the railroad right-of-way and equipment as is necessary to satisfy the judgment only if: (1) the work was performed at the instance of the railroad company or the company's agent, contractor, or subcontractor; and (2) the amount claimed is due.

Tex. PROP Code § 57.005. VENUE.

A suit to foreclose a lien under this chapter may be brought in a county in which: (1) the work was performed or any part of the cause of action accrued; or (2) the principal office of the railroad company is located.

Tex. PROP Code § 57.006. PARTIES.

Holders of other liens on the same property are not necessary parties to a suit to foreclose a lien under this chapter but may intervene in the suit.
Source: TX Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Fetched: 6/29/2026

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