§ 10-142
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§10–142.
(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.