Interpreters and the Legal Process

English

ISBN: 1906534241

EAN: 9781906534240

Publisher: Waterside Press

Release Date: 07/24/2008

Synopsis: Interpreters and the Legal Process is intended for people interested in language, communication, interpreting and translation as they affect legal matters - including for interpreters and legal personnel. The book provides explanations and guidance to law practitioners, administrators and interpreters to help them cope effectively in a range of legal settings. While focusing on England and Wales, it provides examples of international good practice and standards of professional behaviour. Written for everyone concerned with interpreting situations - whether affecting non-English speakers or deaf people - Interpreters and the Legal Process is essential reading for people across the entire legal sphere. The book is in use for training in various countries. Reviews 'Weighty and immensely readable': Law Society Gazette 'An extremely practical guide': The Law 'A scholarly work with everyday practical messages': Wig and Gavel Contents include Language, Communication, Interpreting and the Law Interpreters and the Police Part I: Dealing with suspects Part II: Communication and interpreters Part III: Witnesses and victims Entry into the United Kingdom Part I: Entry procedures Stage I: Adjudications Stage II: Immigration Part II: HM Revenue and Customs Interpreters and the Courts Part I: Courts in England and Wales Part II: Interpreters in court Part III: Court procedures Working with the Probation Service Part I: Criminal cases Part II: Family proceedings Part III: Probation Service initiatives Prisons and prisoners Professional Standards Joan Colin is a justice of the peace and an independent trainer of interpreters and lawyers in relation to the topics covered in this book. Ruth Morris is a practitioner and academic based in Israel and specialising in interpreting and translating.

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Format: eBook - PDF

Pages: 192