A dispute cannot be examined by the consumer mediator when:
1° The consumer does not prove that he has previously attempted to resolve his dispute directly with the trader by means of a written complaint in accordance with the procedures laid down, where applicable, in the contract;
2° The request is manifestly unfounded or abusive ;
3° The dispute has been previously examined or is being examined by another mediator or by a court;
4° The consumer made his request to the mediator more than one year after his written complaint to the professional;
5° The dispute does not fall within his field of competence.
The consumer shall be informed by the mediator, within three weeks of receipt of his file, of the rejection of his request for mediation.