Sec. 3. The court may make findings and orders without holding the hearing required by section 1 of this chapter if:

(1) the mother and the alleged father execute and file with the court a verified written stipulation; or

Terms Used In Indiana Code 31-14-10-3

  • Verified: when applied to pleadings, means supported by oath or affirmation in writing. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
(2) the parties have filed a joint petition;

resolving the issues of custody, child support, and parenting time. The court shall incorporate provisions of the written stipulation or joint petition into orders entered under this section.

[Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-6-6.1-10(c).]

As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.68-2005, SEC.16.