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JDF 1308

Order re: Exemption from Mediation/ADR Order (DR Case)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective March 1, 2024

This form is an official court order used in family cases to decide if the parties need to skip a required mediation or alternative dispute resolution process. The judge uses it to either allow the parties to skip mediation, require them to follow the existing mediation order, or set a new date for mediation.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used after a motion has been filed asking the court to be excused from a required mediation or alternative dispute resolution process in a domestic relations case.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is an order that is filled out and signed by the Judge or Magistrate after reviewing the motion. The Clerk completes the Certificate of Service part.
What does this form decide?
It decides whether the court will grant the request to skip mediation, deny the request, or change the existing mediation order.
Does filing this form cost money?
The text provided does not mention any filing fees associated with this order.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2024.

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