Sec. 9. In a dissolution of marriage case, at least sixty (60) days after the petition or cause of action is filed, the family law arbitrator may enter a summary dissolution decree without holding a hearing if verified pleadings have been filed with the family law arbitrator, signed by both parties, containing:
(1) a written waiver of hearing; and
(2) either:
(A) a statement that there are no contested issues in the action; or
(B) a written agreement made in accordance with IC 31-15-2-7 that settles any contested issues between the parties.
As added by P.L.112-2005, SEC.2.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 34. Civil Law and Procedure
Article 57. Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Chapter 5. Family Law Arbitration
34-57-5-1. Applicability of Chapter
34-57-5-2. Family Law Arbitration Authorized; Family Law Arbitration Procedures
34-57-5-3. Validity of Family Law Arbitration Agreement
34-57-5-4. Residency Requirements
34-57-5-6. Record of Proceeding
34-57-5-7. Written Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law
34-57-5-8. Division of Property in Dissolution of Marriage
34-57-5-9. Summary Dissolution Decrees in Dissolution of Marriage
34-57-5-10. Award Modification After Written Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law Are Made
34-57-5-12. Family Law Arbitrator Fees
34-57-5-13. Application of Indiana Supreme Court Rules for Alternative Dispute Resolution