Listmates,

 

An abstract shows the judgment entered against the current property owner in a felony criminal case (drug charge) for a fine of $5,000 plus surcharge.  The sentence sent the defendant/property owner to prison for twenty-five years.  Due to incarceration, the judge suspended payment of the fine and surcharge.

 

What is the lien status?  Does the lien attach to his real estate?  Does the fact that the fine and surcharge are suspended mean that the judgment does not attach since it is not currently payable by the defendant/property owner?