Sec. 1. (a) This chapter applies in a judicial circuit in which a majority of the judges of the circuit and superior courts determine that:
(1) the social conditions of the county; and
(2) the number of domestic relations cases in the courts;
make the procedures described in IC 31-12-1 necessary for the full and proper consideration of domestic relations cases.
(b) The judges shall make the determination described in subsection (a) annually in January.
As added by P.L.80-2006, SEC.2.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 31. Family Law and Juvenile Law
Article 12. Family Law: Domestic Relations Courts
Chapter 1.5. Other Domestic Relations Courts
31-12-1.5-1. Determination of Necessity to Establish Court
31-12-1.5-2. Designation of Judges; Sessions of Court
31-12-1.5-3. Designation of Court
31-12-1.5-4. Jurisdiction; Supplemental Powers
31-12-1.5-5. Absence or Inability of Judge to Perform Duties; Appointment of Substitute
31-12-1.5-6. Application of Domestic Relations Courts Provisions