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My English is limited. How can I get an interpreter to assist me or my witnesses?

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The Public Defender will make arrangements to obtain the assistance of an interpreter. There is no charge to the client or witnesses for interpreter assistance. However, be sure to inform your lawyer that you need an interpreter. Often people may think they can understand enough English to "get by." Unfortunately, sometimes in court there might be special meanings of words which can make a critical difference in the handling of a case.
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My English is limited/I am Deaf. Can the Public Defender get an interpreter to assist me?

Monroe County Government - SubPage Title
Yes, the Public Defender will make arrangements to obtain the assistance of an interpreter. Be sure to inform your attorney that you need an interpreter. Often clients think they can understand enough English to "get by". Unfortunately, there might be special meanings of words that can make a critical difference in the handling of a case. Court proceedings can be confusing enough without adding the complication of not understanding the language.
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What about limited English-proficient students?

Claremont Unified School District: Focus on Excellence: STAR...
In addition to taking the designated STAR tests in English, limited English-proficient Spanish-speaking students who first enrolled in California public schools fewer then 12 months prior to testing must take a primary language test in Spanish. Primary language testing is optional if the students first enrolled more than 12 months prior to testing. The designated test in Spanish for spring 2000 is the Spanish Assessment of Basic Education, Second Edition (SABE/2).
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How can I become an interpreter?

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Many colleges and universities across the country offer Interpreter Training Programs. Those in our vicinity are Hillsborough Community College / Tampa Dale Mabry Campus, St. Petersburg College / Clearwater Campus, and University of South Florida / Tampa Campus.
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I don't speak/understand English. Will there be an interpreter there to translate?

Miami Immigration Court - Frequently Asked Questions
Persons appearing in Immigration Court may be represented at no expense to the government. This means that you have the right to be represented, but not to have an attorney appointed. You must obtain representation on your own or with the assistance of family or friends. Each Immigration Court also maintains a List of Free Legal Service Providers, containing information on organizations willing to represent individuals in Immigration Court at little or no charge.
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Is this limited to English?

Vermont Middle School Debate
Debate is not limited to English classes. Many MSPDP teachers encourage other teachers at their school to use debate in their classrooms. Students can debate about topics relevant to the Social Studies curriculum, science instruction, and even mathematics. Attached to this FAQ is a list of sample topics drawn from the California 6-8 History/Social Science Content Standards.
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Will there be an interpreter present if I do not speak English?

San Antonio Immigration Court - Frequently Asked Questions
At your first master calendar hearing, it is likely that there will be an interpreter available to translate for you. However, depending on the language and/or dialect you speak, the Immigration Judge may adjourn your case in order to obtain an interpreter.
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Will there be an interpreter present if I don't speak English?

Houston Immigration Court - Frequently Asked Questions
At your first master calendar hearing, it is likely that there will be a Spanish interpreter available to translate for you. After your first hearing, the Court will arrange for a certified interpreter in your native language to be available at any subsequent hearings.
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WHAT IS A LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENT STUDENT?

Bilingual FAQ
Secondly, as a result of one or more of the preconditions, the child must have sufficient difficulty understanding, speaking, reading or writing the English language as to deny the child the opportunity to learn in an English only classroom environment.
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What if I do not have Witnesses?

ShowtimeVegas.com - Las Vegas Wedding FAQ's
Las Vegas wedding chapels always have someone available to serve as a witness for your joyous union. This comes in very handy especially for couples who decide to get married on the spur of the moment, or who do not have guests in town. Many wedding chapels in Las Vegas can perform ceremonies in Spanish, French, Italian, German, Japanese as well as other languages. So, you don't have to be an English speaker to partake.
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Lyssabeth's Wedding Ceremonies FAQs
Witnesses are not mandatory in the state of Colorado, although your license will have a place for them to sign if you so desire. Witnesses do not have to be of legal age to sign the license, so it is a nice way to have your children involved.
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How do I get an interpreter?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), The University of Kansas H...
a free service, the hospital provides qualified professional and volunteer interpreters, as well as a telephone language line service to assist patients who do not speak English. Hospital patients who need an interpreter can ask their physician or nurse to call Interpreter Services. If you are making an appointment for a family member or friend who will need an interpreter, please ask the scheduler to request one.
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What is the role of the interpreter?

Frequently Asked Questions
An interpreter's primary function is to facilitate communication, which will include cross cultural mediation when necessary. Do not expect the interpreter to serve in any other capacity. Interpreters are not to express opinions or answer questions, so please do not try to include the interpreter in the conversation. If you would like to speak directly with the interpreter, you may address him or her during a break, or before or after the assignment, when the Deaf person is not present.
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If I have limited English proficiency, what services do you provide?

FAQ's
ENGLISH: We provide free, telephonic interpreter services, when needed, to help Residents and Applicants understand the lease agreement and requirements of residency. This service may be requested at the leasing office.
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Can you help students with Limited English Proficiency?

UWC @ TAMU - Frequently Asked Questions for Advisors
We currently do not employ specialists in ESL/EFL (English as a Second or Foreign Language). However, some of our consultants are International students or have taught International students. We can provide some help to students with limited English proficiency. We are aware of many of their writing concerns, and we can provide them with help in editing techniques. As with all our clients, we limit visits to two per week and one per day, and we cannot edit or proofread for them.
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English is not my native language. Can I have an interpreter during my exam?

APPS
Yes, but please discuss this with your APPS representative. The insurance company must approve the interpreter and he may NOT be the agent.
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I cannot speak English. May I have an interpreter appointed for the hearing?

Frequently Asked Questions — Attorney General
Yes, an interpreter, including sign language, may be appointed. We have found through experience that participants in our hearings seem more comfortable bringing their friend or relative to the hearing to assist them in translation. If you request an interpreter we will assume you have considered other alternatives and still wish to have this office appoint an interpreter for you. Please send your written request to OCSH by mail, by fax to (808) 692-7114, or by e-mail to atg.ocsh@hawaii.
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I don't speak English. Will there be an interpreter at the hearing?

Los Angeles Immigration Court - Frequently Asked Questions
The Los Angeles Immigration Court will provide an interpreter in the language that you speak and understand best. During the hearing, the interpreter will provide a full and complete interpretation of the hearing.
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I've never worked with an interpreter. What do I need to know? Do the delegates know any English?

Special American Business Internship Training Program
Working with an interpreter is easy and minimally distracting. Expect the delegates' working knowledge of English range from nothing to near-fluency. Contact your program recruiter to determine the English level of the group. top
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I don???t speak very good English. Can I bring an interpreter with me to the first aid course?

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Yes! The interpreter is there to translate for you and there is no charge for them to attend the course with you. Please note that they will not receive a book or certificate unless they register and pay the course fee. Why not host a course in your own home? This way you can keep an eye on your kids while you take your course.
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What is a court interpreter for non-English speaking persons?

Kentucky: Court of Justice - FAQs
A court interpreter for non-English speaking persons is someone who interprets in court proceedings, such as civil, criminal, domestic relations, juvenile, traffic or other in-court proceedings, for each party, juror or witness who does not understand English. The court interpreter must be able to interpret from English to another language and from the other language into English. The court interpreter is never to summarize a court proceeding.
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Retail Leases Division: Frequently Asked Questions - Adminst...
Yes you can. However the Tribunal does not arrange for interpreters in this Division. If you require an interpreter you will need to make your own arrangements including payment if required. It is preferable that the interpreter has qualifications that are recognised by the Tribunal i.e. holds a National Authority for Translators and Interpreters certificate.
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Northamptonshire County Council - Frequently Asked Questions
Community access and language service (CALS) aim is to enable equal access to information and services for all communities by providing a comprehensive interpretation and translation service. To book an Interpreter please telephone CALS on 01604 601817 during office hours. If you require an interpreter to attend for a face to face interpretation appointment please have the following information available when you telephone.
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Frequently Asked Questions - The Center for New North Caroli...
Call Susan Chilcott, Information Resource Specialist at 334-5411. You can also view our Interpreter Access Project page.
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Can I have my own interpreter?

Questions and Answers
No. Interpreters are assigned on a Needs vs Availability basis. Therefore, DSS cannot make promises about interpreting assignments.
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