Occupation
Court interpreter
Renders speech between languages in hearings, examinations, and legal meetings so that a party can follow and participate. The interpreter conveys meaning, register, and hesitation faithfully, and does not explain, soften, or advise.
Also known as: Legal interpreter · Judiciary interpreter
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What the work involves
Prepare terminology and case background before an assignment
Interpret consecutively during witness testimony and questioning
Interpret simultaneously for a party following the proceeding
Sight-translate documents that are read into the record
Tell the court when an utterance cannot be interpreted accurately
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How people commonly enter
High proficiency in both working languages plus a college or university interpreting program
Court interpreter accreditation or roster testing run by the court system
Certification through a professional interpreters' body where one operates
Typical training: Varies by employer or jurisdiction
Licensing: Certification common, not usually required
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- Public facing
- Fast paced
- Varied work
- Involves travel
Public facing · Fast paced · Varied work · Involves travel
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- Social (helping)
- Artistic (creative)
- Conventional (organizing)
Social (helping) · Artistic (creative) · Conventional (organizing)
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