N.D. Cent. Code § 35-24-08: Date lien arises - Preference over other encumbrances

The lien provided for in this chapter arises on the date of the furnishing of the first item of material or services or the date of performance of the first labor. Upon compliance with the provisions of section 35-24-11, such lien must be preferred to all other titles, charges, liens, or encumbrances which may attach to or upon any of the property upon which a lien is given by this chapter subsequent to the date the lien herein provided for arises.