78B-1-146 - Witnesses -- Interpreters -- Subpoena -- Contempt -- Costs.
78B-1-146. Witnesses -- Interpreters -- Subpoena -- Contempt -- Costs.
(1) When a witness does not understand and speak the English language, an interpretershall be sworn in to interpret. Any person may be subpoenaed by any court or judge to appearbefore the court or judge to act as an interpreter in any action or proceeding. Any person sosubpoenaed who fails to attend at the time and place named is guilty of a contempt.
(2) The Judicial Council may establish a fee for the issuance and renewal of a license of acertified court interpreter. Any fee established under this section shall be deposited as adedicated credit to the Judicial Council.
(3) If the court appoints an interpreter, the court may assess all or part of the fees andcosts of the interpreter against the person for whom the service is provided. The court may notassess interpreter fees or costs against a person found to be impecunious.
Amended by Chapter 391, 2010 General Session