California Family Mediation and Conciliation Services

Division 5, Part 2 of the Family Code deals with family mediation and conciliation services in California. Section 1850 requires the Judicial Council assist courts in implementing mediation and conciliation proceedings; establish and implement a uniform statistical reporting system relating to proceedings; and, administer a program of grants to public and private agencies submitting proposals.

For the submission of proposals, they are for research, study, and demonstration projects in the area of family law including four specified areas.

Section 1851 requires the Judicial Council to establish an advisory committee of persons representing a broad spectrum of interest in and knowledge about family law. The committee is required to recommend criteria for determining grant recipients.

Section 1852 established in the State Treasury the Family Law Trust Fund. The funds are to be disbursed for purposes specified in this part and for other family law related activities.