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(a) Upon an order of the presiding judge of a superior court authorizing the procedure in that court, a petition may be filed pursuant to this chapter for mediation of a dispute relating to an existing order for custody, visitation, or both.
(b) The mediation of a dispute concerning an existing order shall be set not later than 60 days after the filing of the petition.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Family Code - FAM § 3173 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/family-code/fam-sect-3173/
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