SnoCo Council recognizes interpreters role in providing justice
EVERETT — The Snohomish County Council recognized court interpreters Wednesday and the role they play in providing equal access to justice.
The council passed a resolution recognizing May 6 as Court Interpreter Appreciation Day at its regular meeting.
“Court interpreters bring specialized cognitive, linguistic, and legal knowledge — including mastery of court terminology and procedures — enabling precise, impartial, and culturally competent interpretation that is essential for fair hearings and due process,” the resolution says.
County Council member Strom Peterson’s mother-in-law worked as a court interpreter for many years in New Mexico, he said during the meeting.
https://www.heraldnet.com/2026/05/07/snoco-council-recognizes-interpreters-role-in-providing-justice/
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