US Laws, Codes, Statutes & Cases

A. On or before January 1, 1997, the superior court in each county shall adopt and implement an educational program for the purpose of educating persons about the impacts that divorce, the restructuring of families and judicial involvement have on children.

B. The supreme court shall adopt minimum standards for educational programs. The presiding judge of the superior court in each county shall submit an educational program plan to the supreme court for approval. The plan shall be consistent with the minimum standards that are adopted by the supreme court, including the length and nature of the program, the qualifications of program providers and the means by which the program will be evaluated and maintained.

C. The presiding judge of the superior court or a judge who is designated by the presiding judge shall administer the program in each county and may provide or contract with political subdivisions in this state or private entities to provide the program to participants who are required to attend.