A2186

Requires certain court documents to be translated into languages other than English.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2186 mandates translation of certain court documents into multiple languages for limited English proficient individuals.

New Jersey A2186 requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to develop policies ensuring that pertinent court documents, such as indictment pleadings and plea agreements, are translated into the primary language of defendants, witnesses, or persons with decision-making authority. This includes languages such as Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Italian, Korean, Hindi, Arabic, Haitian Creole, and French.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee