2006 Indiana Code - CHAPTER 2.4. MEDIATION
IC 31-17-2.4Chapter 2.4. Mediation
IC 31-17-2.4-1
Factors in determination
31-17-2.4-1 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
31-17-2.4-2 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.
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