1. (a)

   1. (1) Before or after the filing of a complaint, the alleged father may propose a settlement concerning the child's support whether the alleged father admits or denies paternity.
   2. (2) The proposed contribution may be in a lump sum, installments, or otherwise.

2. (b) A settlement agreement shall be prepared, executed, and submitted to the court for approval if:

   1. (1) the complainant agrees to accept the settlement;
   2. (2) the attorney for the Administration is satisfied that the amount and terms of the settlement are fair and reasonable;
   3. (3) the complainant has been advised properly regarding the contents of the settlement; and
   4. (4) the complainant is competent to accept the settlement.
3. (c) If the court approves the settlement agreement, the terms of the agreement shall be incorporated in a court order.
4. (d) A court order incorporating a settlement agreement is as enforceable as any order that is passed after a hearing.

Added by Acts 1984, c. 296, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 1984. Amended by Acts 2019, c. 76, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2019.

Formerly Art. 16, §§ 66D, 66L.