Section R993-100-106 - When a Client Needs an Interpreter at the Hearing and Procedure for Use of an Interpreter(1) If a client notifies the Department that an interpreter is needed at the time the request for hearing is made, the Department will arrange for an interpreter at no cost to the client.(2) The ALJ will be assured that the interpreter: (a) understands the English language; and(b) understands the language of the client or witness for whom the interpreter will interpret.(3) The ALJ will instruct the interpreter to interpret as accurately as possible given the communication modality.(4) If an interpreter is needed to assist a deaf or hearing impaired party, the interpreter must be certified as provided in Rule R993-300 et seq.(5) The interpreter will be sworn to truthfully and accurately translate all statements made, all questions asked, and all answers given.(6) The interpreter will be instructed to translate to the client the explanation of the hearing procedures as provided by the ALJ.Utah Admin. Code R993-100-106
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2016-19, effective 10/1/2016