Pennsylvania Code
Title 231 - RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
Part I - GENERAL
Chapter 1940 - VOLUNTARY MEDIATION IN CUSTODY ACTIONS
Rule 1940.3 - Order for Orientation Session and Mediation. Selection of Mediator

Universal Citation: 231 PA Code ยง 1940.3

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024

(a) Except as provided in (b), the court may order the parties to attend an orientation session at any time upon motion by a party, stipulation of the parties, or the court's own initiative.

(b) The court may not order an orientation session if a party or a child of either party is or has been the subject of domestic violence or child abuse either during the pendency of the action or within 24 months preceding the filing of the action.

(c) Following the orientation session and with the consent of the parties, the court may refer the parties to mediation. The mediation may address any issues agreed to by the parties unless limited by court order.

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