Section 5-2-6.1-23 - Liens on civil awards; deductions; limits(a) In addition to the subrogation rights under section 22 of this chapter, the state is entitled to a lien in the amount of the award on a recovery made by or on behalf of the claimant.(b) The state may:(1) recover the amount under subsection (a) in a separate action; or(2) intervene in an action brought by or on behalf of the claimant.(c) If the claimant brings the action, the claimant may deduct from the money owed to the state under the lien the state's pro rata share of the reasonable expenses for the court suit, including attorney's fees of not more than fifteen percent (15%).Amended by P.L. 113-2014, SEC. 9, eff. 7/1/2014.Amended by P.L. 161-2013, SEC. 4, eff. 7/1/2013.As added by P.L. 47-1993, SEC.2. Amended by P.L. 121-2006, SEC.12.