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Chapter 2.4. Mediation
IC 31-17-2.4-1
Factors in determination
Sec. 1. Whenever the court issues an order under this article, other
than an ex parte order, the court shall determine whether the
proceeding should be referred to mediation. In making this
determination, the court shall consider:
(1) the ability of the parties to pay for the mediation services;
and
(2) whether mediation is appropriate in helping the parties
resolve their disputes.
As added by P.L.199-1997, SEC.3.
IC 31-17-2.4-2
Docketing; extension; report
Sec. 2. When a case is ordered to mediation, the case shall be
placed on the court docket for final hearing. The mediation process
must be completed not later than sixty (60) days after the mediation
order is entered. However, the sixty (60) day period may be extended
by the court upon the court's own motion, upon agreement of the
parties, or upon the recommendation of the mediator, but may not be
extended beyond the date set for final hearing. Upon completion of
the mediation process, the mediator shall promptly file the mediation
report.
As added by P.L.199-1997, SEC.3.
