BILL · 2001–02 SESSION

SB 5391: Mandatory arbitration

Expanding authorization for mandatory arbitration.

Summary

Regardless of the population in a county, all district and superior courts in the state may authorize a mandatory arbitration program in their courts. The maximum amount subject to mandatory arbitration is increased to $50,000 for both district and superior courts.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5391), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to optional authorization of mandatory arbitration for civil actions;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

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