Rules and Procedures for the Dispute Resolution Act – 2026
These rules implement Oklahoma's Dispute Resolution Act, covering the certification of dispute resolution organizations and mediators and the procedures for court-connected mediation.
Browse all 19 rules of the 2026 edition below. Each rule includes the full text, a plain-English summary, committee notes, amendment history, and cross-references to related rules. Use the search box to find rules by keyword or number.
Rule 1
Purpose
Rule 2
Definitions
Rule 3
Procedure for Application and Certification
Rule 4
Funding
Rule 5
Dispute Resolution Advisory Board
Rule 6
Program Procedures
Rule 7
Referral
Rule 8
Selection of Cases - Initial Interview
Rule 9
Preliminary Procedures
Rule 10
Rules of Conduct for Outside Parties Attending Mediation Hearing
Rule 11
Qualifying as Mediator
Rule 12
Mediator Training
Rule 13
Reports and Evaluation
Rule 14
Complaint Procedures
Rule 15
Amendment of Rules and Procedures
Appendix A
Code of Professional Conduct for Mediators
Appendix B
Agreement to Mediate
Appendix C
Confidentiality of Proceedings and Rules of Conduct
Appendix D
Record of Termination