Green v. Reese

I dissent, because, as I read the statute, neither by words nor implication does it lead to the conclusion reached in the majority opinion. As I view the matter, the majority opinion allows a lien under Title 42 O.S.1951 § 141, that is not authorized by said section. If a lien is to be allowed under the facts in this case it should be authorized by the Legislature and not granted by judicial fiat.

In Harriss v. Parks, 77 Okl. 197, 187 P. 470, 471, we said:

“Statutory liens, however, have been looked upon with jealousy, and generally will only be extended to cases expressly provided for by the…