Evans v. Samuels

OPINION

In this appeal, we consider whether a lien expires if the judgment is not renewed within six years. We conclude that NRS 17.150(2) plainly requires that a judgment be renewed within six years from the date it was docketed in order to continue a lien.

FACTS

Ingrid Sievert obtained title to the subject property on September 2, 1964. On September 23, 1983, she sold the property to Kenneth Swanson. In the meantime, Sievert apparently left Nevada. On June 15, 1984, Joy R. Evans obtained a judgment against Sievert, which was recorded on August 3, 1984. On August 12, 1987, Swanson deeded the…