Idaho § 9-205 - Interpreters
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 9-205 — Interpreters, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-205. Interpreters
In any civil or criminal action in which any witness or a party does not understand or speak the English language, or who has a physical disability which prevents him from fully hearing or speaking the English language, then the court shall appoint a qualified interpreter to interpret the proceedings to and the testimony of such witness or party. Upon appointment of such interpreter, the court may have the interpreter served with a subpoena as other witnesses, and such interpreter shall be sworn to accurately and fully interpret the testimony given at the hearing or trial to the best of his ability before assuming his duties as an interpreter. The court shall determine a reasonable fee for all such interpreter services which shall be paid out of the district court fund.
[9-205, added 1975, ch. 64, sec. 2, p. 130; am. 1994, ch. 215, sec. 1, p. 673; am. 2010, ch. 235, sec. 2, p. 542; am. 2023, ch. 77, sec. 1, p. 264.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 9-205
What does Idaho Statutes § 9-205 cover?
Section 9-205 ("Interpreters") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 9-205?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 9-205 apply to my situation?
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