Statute of limitations, lien of judgment.

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Text — 2026 Florida Statutes

Subject to the provisions of s. 55.10, no judgment, order, or decree of any court shall be a lien upon real or personal property within the state after the expiration of 20 years from the date of the entry of such judgment, order, or decree.

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History

s. 1, ch. 29954, 1955; s. 9, ch. 67-254; s. 1, ch. 87-67.

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Edition: 2026 Florida Statutes
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§ 55.10, Fla. Stat.Judgments, orders, and decrees; lien of all, generally; extension of liens; transfer of liens to other security.Printed as s. 55.10

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§ 55.10, Fla. Stat.Judgments, orders, and decrees; lien of all, generally; extension of liens; transfer of liens to other security.Printed as s. 55.081

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