California · Evidence Code
EVID §1117: (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), this chapter applies to a mediation as defined in Section 1115.
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This chapter applies to mediation proceedings as defined in Section 1115, unless an exception in subdivision (b) applies.
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(a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), this chapter applies to a mediation as defined in Section 1115. (b) This chapter does not apply to either of the following: (1) A proceeding under Part 1 (commencing with Section 1800) of Division 5 of the Family Code or Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 3160) of Part 2 of Division 8 of the Family Code. (2) A settlement conference pursuant to Rule 3.1380 of the California Rules of Court.
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