Sec. 5. A proceeding may not be commenced under section 4 of this chapter if:
(1) an action for dissolution of marriage filed under IC 31-15-2-4 (or IC 31-1-11.5-3(a) before its repeal) is pending; or
(2) a provisional order or decree based on a petition for dissolution of marriage filed under IC 31-15-2-4 (or IC 31-1-11.5-3(a) before its repeal) has been granted.
[Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-1-11.5-4(c) part.]
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.7.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 31. Family Law and Juvenile Law
Article 15. Family Law: Dissolution of Marriage and Legal Separation
Chapter 3. Actions for Legal Separation
31-15-3-1. Applicability of Indiana Rules of Civil Procedure
31-15-3-2. Cause of Action Established
31-15-3-3. Findings Required for Decree
31-15-3-4. Caption; Verified Petition; Averments; Guardian Filing Petition
31-15-3-6. Residence; Filing in County of Guardian's Residence
31-15-3-7. Service of Petition and Summons
31-15-3-8. Responsive Pleading or Counter Petition