Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 8.03

As amended through July 3, 2024

Rule 8.03 - Disqualification from Appointment or Proceeding

A judge may disqualify a court interpreter from an appointment under Rule 8.02 or a proceeding for good cause. Good cause for disqualification includes, but is not limited to, an interpreter who engages in the following conduct:

(a) Knowingly and willfully making a false interpretation while serving in a proceeding;

(b) Knowingly and willfully disclosing confidential or privileged information obtained while serving in an official capacity;

(c) Failing to follow applicable laws, rules of court, ep-the Code of Professional Responsibility for Interpreters in the Minnesota State Court System, or Court Interpreter Program policies.

Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 8.03

Added effective 1/1/1996; amended effective 1/1/1998; amended effective 7/1/2020.

Advisory Committee Comment 1995

Interpreters must take an oath or affirmation to make a true interpretation to the best of their ability, to the person handicapped in communication and to officials. Minnesota Statutes, sections 546.44, subdivision 2; 611.33, subdivision 2 (1994). Interpreters cannot disclose privileged information without consent. Minnesota Statutes, sections 546.44, subdivision 4; 611.33, subdivision 4 (1994). These and other requirements are also addressed in the Code of Professional Responsibility for Interpreters in the Minnesota State Court System.