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

Terms Used In Indiana Code 34-57-5-9

  • Pleadings: Written statements of the parties in a civil case of their positions. In the federal courts, the principal pleadings are the complaint and the answer.
  • Verified: when applied to pleadings, means supported by oath or affirmation in writing. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
(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.