American Sign Language (ASL) Training Series for California Court Interpreting-ASL Overview

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This training module provides an extensive overview of the California Courts, specifically designed for ASL, hearing, and deaf interpreters. The content covers the structure of the court system, focusing primarily on the state’s 58 Superior Courts, their diverse settings, and the various case types interpreters might encounter, such as criminal, civil, family law, and juvenile cases. It highlights the importance of language access in ensuring clear communication and justice for all court users, with special emphasis on services for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals and those requiring American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation.<br /><br />Key components discussed include criminal case procedures from arrest to sentencing, civil case proceedings involving disputes between private parties, and the role of interpreters in both settings. Additional resources provided include Judicial Council information, ethics courses, interpreter registries, and strategic plans for language access. The training module underscores the critical role of interpreters in maintaining the accessibility and fairness of the judicial process, especially in a linguistically diverse state like California.

Keywords

California Courts

ASL interpreters

Superior Courts

criminal cases

civil cases

language access

interpreter role