Interpreter in court

[Wong]

If you have had to take someone to court but, because you are deaf, you need an interpreter, should you have to pay for this will the court find one for you?

[NazNomad]

sing an interpreter

If you are attending court as, for example, a claimant or defendant in a civil or family matter, Her Majesty's Court Service will pay reasonable costs for an interpreter to assist you at your hearing. It will only pay for interpreters booked through the court.

If you require the use of an interpreter, you should contact the court as soon as possible in order to tell them. The court will make arrangements for an interpreter to attend.

The Court Service is not responsible for providing an interpreter for any preparation involved in the course of your case, for example discussions with a solicitor.

http://www.direct.gov...ingToCourt/DG_4017141

[NazNomad]

Missed the 'U' at the start, but the details are there, lol

[Wong]

Thanks Naz.
My daughter is taking her tenants to court for a shortfall in rent and overstaying their tenancy term so I assume that she can ask the court to supply an interpreter for her.
Thanks again.

[NazNomad]

If you're still not sure, I'd suggest phoning the Court. 'Assuming' might not get you outcome you hope for.