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How To Become A Court Interpreter

Tips on Becoming a California Court Interpreter

Learn more about the courts and the judicial system

  • Attend proceedings in the California trial courts to gain familiarity with them.
  • Take community college courses on court-related topics like government, the Constitution, or criminal law.

Develop your language and interpreting skills

  • Study legal vocabulary in both languages.
  • Take classes in linguistics, communications, public speaking, and interpreting.

Visit the California Courts Interpreters page for more information or contact the Judicial Council of California at (415) 865-7530.