Court Interpreter's Resources
Become a Court Interpreter
This sections provides information on the steps to becoming a court interpreter including testing requirements and resources.
Current Court Interpreters
In this section current credentialed interpreters will find information on compliance, and education requirement information.
Provisionally Qualified Interpreters
Interpreters who have been provisionally qualified by the court can find information on required education.
FAQs & Resources
Become a California Court Interpreter Flyer
Our one page flyer can be used as a marketing resource to promote the court interpreting career. Available here for download and print.
What are the revised payment policies for independent contractor interpreters?
The revised Payment Policies for Independent Contractor Interpreters became effective July 1, 2021. Updates to the policies include an increase to the daily compensation rates, standardized travel reimbursement rates in accordance with the Judicial Council Financial Policies and Procedures Manual, and other changes. An optional Independent Contractor Interpreter - Payment Rate Authorization Form is also available to assist courts in documenting efforts to locate available independent contractor interpreters.
What are the California interpreter rules of court and laws?
What are some professional interpreter associations?
The following is a list of professional interpreter associations. This is not a complete list. This list does not constitute an endorsement of any of these associations and is provided for informational use only.
Who are the interpreter coordinators at my local court?
Use our Roster of Interpreter Coordinators to find the primary contacts for your local superior court.