Any mechanic or artisan who shall make, alter, or repair any article of personal property at the request of the owner shall have a lien thereon for his just and reasonable charges for his work done and materials furnished, and may retain the same in his possession until said charges are paid; but if possession is parted with by his consent such lien shall cease.
D.C. Code § 40-307.01
Artisan’s lien — Generally
Mar. 3, 1901, 31 Stat. 1388, ch. 854, § 1260
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