In what circumstances will the trial court appoint an interpreter for the trial of a defendant who does not speak English?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Saesee, F062915 (Cal. App. 2013):
People v. Aguilar is likewise distinguishable. In that case there was evidence that the defendant in fact spoke English, however, the trial court appointed him an interpreter for the proceedings. (People v. Aguilar, supra, 35 Cal.3d at p. 787.) During trial, the defendant's interpreter was borrowed to interpret for two prosecution witnesses. Defense counsel, without ever consulting with the defendant, agreed to the procedure. (Id. at p.
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