Haw. R. Cert. Interp. 15

As amended through September 30, 2024
Rule 15 - Disqualification or Removal of Court Interpreter from Legal Proceeding
15.1 A court may disqualify or remove a court interpreter from a legal proceeding for good cause, including but not limited to, failing to follow applicable laws, rules of court, or the Order Adopting the Policies for Interpreted Proceedings in the Courts of the State of Hawai'i, filed June 22, 1995.
15.2 Any of the following actions shall be good cause for a court to disqualify or remove an interpreter in an individual legal proceeding:
(a) inability to interpret adequately, including where the interpreter self-reports such inability;
(b) knowingly and willfully making false interpretation while serving in an official capacity;
(c) knowingly and willfully disclosing confidential or privileged information obtained while serving in an official capacity; and
(d) failing to appear as scheduled without good cause.

Haw. R. Cert. Interp. 15