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§ 10-142. Enforcement of lien

MD Fam L Code § 10-142 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    If a child support lien is not satisfied or released, the Administration may bring an action in a circuit court to enforce the lien.

(b)    The following persons shall be made parties to the proceeding:

(1)    each person who has a recorded lien on the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings under this section; and

(2)    each person who claims a right or interest in the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings under this section.

(c)    The court, acting without a jury, shall:

(1)    adjudicate all matters involved in the proceedings; and

(2)    determine the merits of all claims or liens.

(d)    If the claim of the obligee is established, the court may order:

(1)    a sale of the property or rights to property; and

(2)    a distribution of any proceeds of sale to the Administration or obligee.

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