Deaf or Hard of Hearing Interpreters

For information on certified court interpreters, visit the Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DARS) website by clicking here.

• For the Code of Professional Conduct for certified interpreters, click here.

• For information on the Board of Evaluation for Interpreters and becoming a certified interpreter, click here.

To find a certified interpreter for deaf or hard of hearing services, click here.


Laws on Interpreters for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Persons

  • Article 38.31, Code of Criminal Procedure: Interpreters for Deaf Persons
  • Section 57.001, Government Code: Definitions
  • Section 57.002, Government Code: Appointment of Interpreter
  • Section 57.021, Government Code: Court Interpreter Certification Program
  • Section 57.022, Government Code: Certification; Rules
  • Section 57.023, Government Code: Examinations
  • Section 57.024, Government Code: Duties of the Commissioner
  • Section 57.025, Government Code: Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of Certificate
  • Section 57.026, Government Code: Prohibited Acts
  • Section 57.027, Government Code: Criminal Offense; Administrative Penalty
  • Section 62.1041, Government Code: Deaf or Hard of Hearing Juror

Address
2210 Hancock Dr.
Austin, TX 78756

Phone: 512.320.8274
Toll Free Line: 1.800.252.3718
Fax: 512.435.6118