1. Except as required in subsection 2, a mediator shall not make a report, assessment, evaluation, recommendation, finding, or other communication regarding a mediation to a court, administrative agency, or other authority that may make a ruling on the dispute that is the subject of the mediation.
2. A mediator may disclose any of the following:
a. Whether the mediation occurred or has terminated, whether a settlement was reached, and attendance.
b. A mediation communication as permitted under section 679C.106.
c. A mediation communication evidencing abuse, neglect, abandonment, or exploitation of an individual to a public agency responsible for protecting individuals against such mistreatment.
3. A communication made in violation of subsection 1 shall not be considered by a court, administrative agency, or arbitrator.