Establishes standards for court interpreters and a procedure for waiving a non-English speaking person's right to an interpreter in any proceeding.

The "language barrier to justice elimination act" sets standards for court interpreters, requiring them to be able to communicate with non-English speaking persons and interpret in a manner that conserves the meaning and tone of the original statement. It also mandates that interpreters participate in training programs on ethics, domestic violence, and cultural sensitivity. The act outlines a procedure for waiving a non-English speaking person's right to an interpreter, which must be approved by a judge or hearing officer after consultation with counsel and a demonstration of comprehension.

Establishes standards for court interpreters and a procedure for waiving a non-English speaking person's right to an interpreter in any proceeding.

The "language barrier to justice elimination act" sets standards for court interpreters, requiring them to be able to communicate with non-English speaking persons and interpret in a manner that conserves the meaning and tone of the original statement. It also mandates that interpreters participate in training programs on ethics, domestic violence, and cultural sensitivity. The act outlines a procedure for waiving a non-English speaking person's right to an interpreter, which must be approved by a judge or hearing officer after consultation with counsel and a demonstration of comprehension.