California Family Code

§ 20019

FAM § 20019 Effective Jan 1, 1994Div. 20 · Part 1 · Ch. 2

Statute text

Where it appears from a party’s application for an order under this chapter or otherwise in the proceedings that the custody of, or visitation with, a minor child is contested, the court shall set those issues for mediation pursuant to Section 3170. The pendency of the mediation proceedings shall not delay a hearing on any other matter for which a temporary order is required, including child support, and a separate hearing, if required, shall be scheduled respecting the custody and visitation issues following mediation in accordance with Section 3170. However, the court may grant a continuance for good cause shown.

Legislative history

Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 219, Sec. 210. Effective January 1, 1994.