(a) As used in this section, "language assistance" means oral interpretation or written translation into English of a language other than English or of English into another language for a party or witness who cannot speak or understand English or who can do so only with difficulty.(b) Nothing in this section limits the application or effect of section 754 of the Evidence Code to interpretation for a deaf or hearing impaired party or witness in an adjudicative proceeding.(c) All hearings shall be conducted in English. If a party or the party's witness needs language assistance, that party or the party's witness must notify the Chief ALJ or the assigned ALJ, no later than 15 days before the hearing, that an interpreter is going to be utilized. Such notification must identify the interpreter, and provide evidence of certification.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 58.9
1. New section filed 8-18-2010; operative 8-18-2010 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2010, No. 34). Note: Authority cited: Section 18701, Government Code. Reference: Section 18675, 11435.05, 11435.10, 11435.20 and 11435.25, Government Code.
1. New section filed 8-18-2010; operative 8-18-2010 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2010, No. 34).