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Legal Interpreting Flashcards

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  1. During a trial, an interpreter becomes aware that the Deaf defendant may be planning to flee the jurisdiction. According to the NAD-RID CPC, the interpreter should:

    Answer: Maintain confidentiality as required by the code

    The NAD-RID CPC requires confidentiality and does not include a mandatory disclosure exception for flight risk; the interpreter should continue interpreting.

  2. Which of the following best describes 'consecutive interpretation' as used in legal witness examination?

    Answer: The interpreter waits for a complete thought before rendering it

    Consecutive interpretation involves waiting for a complete utterance or thought before rendering the interpretation, commonly used in question-and-answer settings.

  3. A court determines that an interpreter provided for a Deaf juror was not qualified. What is the most likely legal remedy?

    Answer: Mistrial or appeal based on denial of due process

    Provision of an unqualified interpreter can constitute a due process violation, potentially resulting in a mistrial or grounds for appeal.

  4. In legal interpreting, 'register' refers to:

    Answer: The level of formality and language style appropriate to the context

    Register refers to the level of formality and style of language used, which legal interpreters must match appropriately between the source and target languages.

  5. A sign language interpreter working for the prosecution in a criminal case is approached by the defense attorney for information about the Deaf witness's communication style. The interpreter should:

    Answer: Decline and refer the attorney to make formal discovery requests

    The interpreter should decline informal requests for information about the parties and direct attorneys to appropriate legal channels to avoid role conflicts.

  6. The CASLI Legal Interpreter credential (Legal SC:L) examination assesses competency primarily through:

    Answer: Performance-based video assessment of interpreted legal scenarios

    The Legal SC:L uses a performance-based video assessment format where candidates interpret recorded legal scenarios to demonstrate competency.

  7. When an attorney objects during testimony by a Deaf witness, the sign language interpreter should:

    Answer: Continue interpreting the objection and any colloquy for the witness

    The interpreter should continue interpreting all spoken communication, including objections and judicial rulings, so the Deaf witness remains fully informed.