HB858

AN ACT relating to criminal mediation.

Introduced·3/3/26
Bill Text

Establishes a criminal mediation process in Kentucky Circuit and District Courts.

The bill introduces a new section in Kentucky Revised Statutes to allow parties in criminal cases to request mediation. If all parties, including the victim, agree, the court can refer the case to a qualified mediator. The mediator must meet specific criteria, such as having at least 15 years of experience as a licensed attorney or having completed 40 hours of mediation training. The mediator's compensation is determined by the Court of Justice policies.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 10

House

to Judiciary (H)

Mar 3

House

introduced in House

Mar 3

House

to Committee on Committees (H)