This statute establishes a certification program for mediators in criminal cases and states that courts may encourage mediation in criminal cases in their districts. The statute addresses the creation of community mediation centers, mediator authority, the Supreme Court of North Carolina and its role in adopting mediation rules, immunity, confidentiality and agreements.
North Carolina General Statute 7A-38.3D: Mediation in matters within the jurisdiction of the district criminal courts
North Carolina General Assembly. Aug. 19, 2007http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/BySection/Chapter_7A/GS_7A-38.3D.html