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§ 46-9-190. Lien of Carrier for Fare and Baggage Charges

A carrier of passengers shall have a lien on the passengers’ baggage, not only for baggage charges but also for the passengers’ fare. This lien may be foreclosed as described in subsection (b) of this Code section. Whenever baggage has been transported to destination by any common carrier and is uncalled for or refused by […]

§ 46-9-191. Lien of Carrier for Freight Charges

When a carrier has complied with his contract as to transportation, he shall have a lien on the goods for the freight charges and may retain possession until the lien is paid, unless this right is waived by special contract or actual delivery of the goods. If the goods are delivered, the carrier acquires a […]

§ 46-9-192. Priority of Carriers’ Liens

A carrier’s liens for charges on the baggage of its passengers and on the goods and articles transported shall be superior to other liens, except liens for taxes, special liens of landlords for rent, liens of laborers, and all general liens of which the carrier had actual notice before the property claimed to be subject […]