Houston Police Department
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Good
faith participation in mediation offers each participant many benefits! |
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- SELF-DETERMINATION
Parties are empowered with greater control of the final resolution of
their issue.
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- ENHANCED UNDERSTANDING
Mediation emphasizes face-to-face communication and encourages a mutual
exchange of ideas.
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- FASTER
RESOLUTION
Mediation is more efficient than using the formal
processes utilized by the department. By participating in mediation
many issues can be resolved within a few weeks.
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- STRICTLY
CONFIDENTIAL
The mediation process is governed by state law
as well as department policy. All parties, including the mediator,
are required to keep all discussions and final resolutions confidential,
except as otherwise required by law.
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- FLEXIBILITY
Mediation is an "informal" process used
to resolve issues between individuals. Mediations can be scheduled
whenever, and wherever, it is convenient for both parties.
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