Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024
Section 110-03-0140 - Requirements that apply to the use of interpreters(1) Interpreters must: (a) Use the interpretive mode that the parties, the LEP person, the interpreter, and the ALJ consider the most accurate and effective;(b) Interpret statements made by the parties, witnesses, and the ALJ;(c) Not disclose information about the hearing without the written consent of the parties unless required by law; and(d) Not comment on the hearing or give legal advice.(2) The ALJ must allow enough time for all interpretations to be made and understood.(3) If a party is hearing impaired, the ALJ may record a video of the hearing to be used for verifying the official transcript of the proceedings.Wash. Admin. Code § 110-03-0140
Adopted by WSR 20-02-031, Filed 12/19/2019, effective 1/19/2020