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This volume explores court interpreting from legal, linguistic, and pragmatic vantages. It standardizes practice among court interpreters by providing useful guidelines for the judiciary, attorneys, and other court personnel. Because of the growing use of interpreters, there is an increasing demand for guidelines on the proper utilizations of court interpreters. This book has become the standard reference book worldwide.

Focusing on the profession's history and the interpreter's role in judicial settings, this comprehensive text explores ethical principles and interpreting techniques. It includes new content on remote and police interpreting, alongside role-playing scenarios like the Postville case of 2008. With updated resources, practical exercises, and recommendations for further reading, the book serves as an essential introductory textbook for court interpreting courses, making it globally applicable and accessible for learners.