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(a) Except as otherwise provided in section 28N, a genetic surrogacy agreement shall be validated by a probate and family court. A proceeding to validate the agreement shall be commenced before assisted reproduction related to the surrogacy agreement. A complaint filed pursuant to this section shall include: (i) a copy of the executed surrogacy agreement; and (ii) certifications from the legal representatives of the intended parent or parents and the genetic surrogate that the requirements of sections 28A, 28B and 28C have been met.
(b) The court shall issue an order validating a genetic surrogacy agreement, within 60 days of the commencement of such a proceeding, if the court finds by a preponderance of the evidence that: (i) sections 28A, 28B and 28C are satisfied; and (ii) all parties entered into the agreement voluntarily and understand its terms.
(c) A person who terminates a genetic surrogacy agreement under section 28L shall file notice of the termination with the court and parties. On receipt of the notice, the court shall vacate any order issued under subsection (b).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Massachusetts General Laws Part II. Real and Personal Property and Domestic Relations (Ch. 183-210) Ch. 209C, § 28K - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ma/part-ii-real-and-personal-property-and-domestic-relations-ch-183-210/ma-gen-laws-ch-209c-sect-28k/
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