Maryland § 5-1033

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-1033, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-1033.

    (a)    In a paternity proceeding, the court may order the father or the mother to pay all or part of any 1 or more of the following:

        (1)    the support of the child;

        (2)    the mother’s medical and hospital expenses for pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery; and

        (3)    the funeral expenses of the child.

    (b)    Subject to the right of any party to subpoena a custodian of records at least 10 days before trial, any records relating to the cost of the mother’s medical and hospital expenses for pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery and any neonatal expenses of the child shall be admissible in evidence without the presence of a custodian of records and shall constitute prima facie evidence of the amount of expenses incurred.

    (c)    The court in a paternity proceeding may order the father to pay either or both of the following:

        (1)    all or part of the medical support of the child, including neonatal expenses; and

        (2)    counsel fees to the counsel who represents the complainant.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-1033

What does Maryland Code § 5-1033 cover?

Section 5-1033 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maryland § 5-1033?

A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-1033" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Maryland law?

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How does Maryland § 5-1033 apply to my situation?

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