2A:44A-5. Liens, certain; prohibited 5. No liens shall attach nor shall a lien claim be filed: a. For materials that have been furnished or delivered subject to a security agreement which has been entered into pursuant to Chapter 9 of Title 12A of the New Jersey Statutes (N.J.S.12A:9-101 et seq.); b. For public works or improvements to real property contracted for and awarded by a public entity; provided, however, that nothing herein shall affect any right or remedy established pursuant to the 'municipal mechanic's lien law,' N.J.S.2A:44-125 et seq.; c. For work, services, material or equipment furnished pursuant to a residential construction contract unless there is strict compliance with sections 20 and 21 of this act. L.1993,c.318,s.5.
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