Overview of the Legal System: An Interpreter’s Perspective – 0.2 PS/Legal CEUs

CEUs: 0.2 PS

Presenter: Andrea Smith

Presented in: Spoken English with Captions

Format: Archived Webinar

The legal system is complex and can be very overwhelming for even seasoned, experienced interpreters. This workshop will provide an in-depth overview of the court system in the United States, both criminal and civil. It will introduce each of the steps of criminal and civil proceedings and discuss implications for the interpreter. It is also important to understand the multiple roles of the interpreter (Proceedings vs Table) and how they differ from the typical roles of an interpreter in other settings.

1. Participants will be able to define basic legal terminology.
2. Participants will be able to explain the differences between the criminal and civil systems..
3. Participants will be able to describe the role and function of the courtroom interpreter, both proceedings and table.

CEUs on the GO is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This PS program is offered for 0.2 CEUs at the “Little/None” Content Knowledge Level.