§ Rule 1651 Definitions Conformity to Civil Action

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Rule 1651. Definitions. Conformity to Civil Action

    (a) As used in this chapter

    “claim” means a mechanics' lien claim which has been filed;

    “action” means an action to obtain judgment upon a claim.

    (b) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the procedure to obtain judgment upon a claim shall be in accordance with the rules relating to a civil action.

    Note: The procedure governing the filing of a claim is provided by the Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963, 49 P.S. § 1101 et seq. These rules relate to the procedure between the filing of the lien and reduction of the claim to judgment.