# R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-7-7.2: Mediation of termination of parental rights

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T15_C15-7_S15-7-7.2

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-7-7.2
- **Heading:** Mediation of termination of parental rights
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 15 / Chapter 15-7 / Section 15-7-7.2

## Text

The family court may establish a voluntary mediation program for termination of parental rights. Once established, the court may, with the consent of the parties, refer to mediation all or any portion of a matter relating to termination of parental rights.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 15-7-2 § 15-7-2. Report, investigation, and hearing on placement of child for adoption.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T15_C15-7_S15-7-2.md)
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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T15_C15-7_S15-7-7.2. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.