Artisans who retain goods are liable for conversion if they:
A) return the goods before the debt has been paid.
B) keep the goods without the right to a lien.
C) lose the goods to the debtor in a fraudulent manner.
D) sell the goods for the unpaid charges.

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Once the debt is paid, the lien is terminated, and the artisan or other lienholder no longer has the right to retain the goods. If the artisan keeps the goods after the debt has been paid, or keeps the goods without the right to a lien, he is liable for conversion or unlawful detention of goods.

Artisans Who Retain Goods Are Liable for Conversion If They