Can a court or magistrate use a non-certified Spanish language interpreter?
Yes, but the first recommended step in selecting a Spanish language court interpreter is to consult the Certified Spanish Language Interpreter List. The Judicial Council of Virginia encourages the use of court-certified interpreters first, where available. If no certified Spanish language interpreter is available, then the court may seek to qualify a non-certified Spanish language interpreter. See Sections 3 and 4 for additional information. Back to Top • Can interpreters be appointed in civil matters, as well as criminal and traffic matters? Yes, if the court determines that an interpreter is necessary. The statutes governing appointment of interpreters for non-English speakers are § 19.2-164 (criminal) and § 8.01-384.1:1 (civil). Interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing are appointed pursuant to § 19.2-164.1 (criminal) and § 8.01-384.1 (civil). Back to Top • Can or should a foreign language interpreter take notes while performing interpreting services? Yes. In fact, this is a re
Yes, but the first recommended step in selecting a Spanish language court interpreter is to consult the Certified Spanish Language Interpreter List. The Judicial Council of Virginia encourages the use of court-certified interpreters first, where available. If no certified Spanish language interpreter is available, then the court may seek to qualify a non-certified Spanish language interpreter. See Sections 3 and 4 for additional information.
