What type of lien is imposed when a creditor sues an individual and is granted judgment?

The type of lien imposed when a creditor sues an individual and is granted a judgment is a general lien. A general lien is a legal right or interest that a creditor has in the debtor's property, allowing the creditor to claim against the entirety of the debtor's assets to satisfy a debt. This type of lien is different from specific liens, which apply only to particular properties or assets.

In the case of a judgment, when the court rules in favor of the creditor, the creditor can record the judgment in the public records, creating a general lien on the debtor's real property—this means that any property owned by the debtor can potentially be seized to settle the debt. This lien remains until the judgment is paid off or satisfied.

Other types of liens mentioned, like special assessments, vendor's liens, and voluntary liens, have different mechanisms or applications that are not directly related to the scenario of obtaining a judgment through court action against an individual. Special assessments apply to properties assessed for specific public benefits, vendor’s liens arise from the sale of goods where the seller retains title until paid, and voluntary liens are those created with the consent of the property owner, such as mortgages. Thus, these do not fit the context of a creditor suing for and obtaining