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Approved Interpreters working in any language combination for the Colorado Judicial Department are scheduled and paid according to Chief Justice Directive 06-03, as amended in June 2011 (CJD 06-03).

• To request the appointment of an interpreter for an authorized event per CJD 06-03, complete the Interpreter Request Form.
• To contact, schedule and pay for an interpreter for language services not covered under CJD 06-03, refer to the OLA's Directories of Active and Approved Interpreters.
   

To determine the language that an individual speaks, you may show them the Language Identification Guide. Once their language is identified, a professional interpreter can be contacted to communicate with the individual. These booklets are helpful, but do not include all possible languages. If the individual does not recognize any of the listed entries, try to determine what country the individual is from and then research the languages spoken in that country.

To access more information on a language or country, visit:

• Ethnologue
• Wikipedia
   

Interpretation and translation are most successful when all individuals involved know their role and the expectations that they should have of others throughout the process. These resources on working with a professional interpreter or translator will enhance the efficiency of these exchanges.

For more information, you may contact us.