Pennsylvania § 4413 - Replacement of interpreter.

Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 4413 — Replacement of interpreter., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4413. Replacement of interpreter.

Pursuant to general rule, the presiding judicial officer shall dismiss the interpreter and obtain the services of another interpreter in accordance with this subchapter if the interpreter:

(1) Fails to follow the standards prescribed by law or by the code of professional conduct for court interpreters for persons with limited English proficiency.

(2) Is unable to effectively communicate with the presiding judicial officer or the person with limited English proficiency, including where the interpreter self-reports such inability.

Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 4413

What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 4413 cover?

Section 4413 ("Replacement of interpreter.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 4413?

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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?

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