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I.C.A.R. 52

Section (b)Definitions

Section (d) - Priority of Appointment

(1) Master Level Certified or Certified Interpreter

(2) Conditionally Approved Interpreter

(3) Registered Interpreter

Section (e)Interpreter Oath

Section (f) - Removal from A Case
http://www.isc.idaho.gov/rules/icar52.rulhttp://www.isc.idaho.gov/rules/icar52.rul


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What is an interpreter?

A bridge of communication

between parties.

Facilitates communicationbetween the non-English and

the English speakers;


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Role of the Court Interpreter

The role of a court interpreter is to render a

complete and accurate interpretation or

translation, without altering, omitting, or adding

anything to what is stated or written, and without

explanation.


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Professional Code of Ethics

Interpreters are bound

to keep confidentiality

Interpreters cannot giveadvice

The interpreter cannot

summarize and never

explains what it is statedor written


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Who could we use as aninterpreter?


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Friends or Family as Interpreters

Lack of understanding of judicial process, or important concepts

Trying to help-- suppressing or adding to the information

Lack of language proficiency Conflict of interest

Too emotionally involved


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Bilingual Employees

What is their level of ability?

May not possess the KSAs required of aprofessional interpreter

Language Skills

Other Interpreting Skills (modes of interpreting)

Knowledge of the Code of Ethics

Use should be limited


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How Do We Know That A

Person Has the KSAs?

Performance Standard vs. Appearance Standard

Does the person possess educated native-like

fluency in two languages?

Does the person possess the interpreting skillsnecessary?


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Level of Expertise Required

Being bilingual is not enough.

Must possess educated, native-like mastery of

both English and the second language.

Must display general knowledge (comparable to aminimum of two years of college).

Must be able to perform the three modes ofinterpreting.


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A professional interpreter.

will be on time

will interpret in the first person

will interrupt the speaker if there is a

problem with communication

will inform the Court of any conflict

will carry a note pad and dictionary

will not explain a term or an expression

will not engage in any conversation with

the non-English speaker

will not provide any kind of opinion or

advice


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Preliminary Investigation

Regarding the Case:

Length of proceeding?

How many parties will need an interpreter? Will the court accept an interpreter by phone? Any chance the case may be continued?

Regarding the non-English speaker:

Ascertain the language and dialect of the non-English-speaker Country the persons is originally from


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Coordination of Services

Scheduling an interpreter

involves more than just

calling someone on a list:

Follow ICAR 52(d)

Provide case information

Terms of service


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What if a certified interpreter

cannot be located?

ICAR 52(d)(i) and (ii) and (3)

Consider scheduling matters telephonically.

Consider the type of case to determine if any

efforts should be made to bring an interpreter in

from another county or another state.

What about languages other than Spanish?


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Services Provided Outside of

Court Proceedings

Interpreter services vs. bilingual services

Bilingual county employees

Language Line

Interpreting and Translating are different

professions and require different skill sets

Translation of court forms and other documents


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Best Practices

Team interpreting in lengthy trials

Appointing multiple interpreters

Cluster cases requiring an interpreter

Recess for interpreters after 30 minutes

Telephonic interpreting


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Tips for Communicating

through an Interpreter

Speak clearly and at a moderate pace

Speak directly to the non-English speaker--not the

interpreter

Allow time for the interpreter to interpret the question

or the answer

Keep in mind that the translation is not literal or

verbatim. Some phrases such as raining cats and dogs

will need an explanation to aid the listener.


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Q&A


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Contact Information:Janica Bisharat

Program Manager

Administrative Office of the Court

PO BOX 83720

Boise Idaho, 83720-0101(208) 947-7417

[email protected]

Sandra Barrios ISC

Interpreter Coordinator

Trial Court Administration

Fourth Judicial District

200 W. Front St Room 4171Boise Idaho 83702

(208)287-7686

[email protected]
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