Ex Parte Moore

In this original petition for mandamus, two basic issues are presented:

Is subject matter jurisdiction proper for the enforcement of a mechanic's lien in the county where the land is located?

Once a suit has been filed to enforce a mechanic's lien in the county where the land is located, is a bill for declaratory judgment improper in another county when the basic issues in the two actions are the same and the parties are the same?

Our answer to both questions is in the affirmative, and we hold that mandamus is due to be granted.

Briefly, the facts are as follows:

Petitioner R.H. Moore, Sr. does…