Sec. 21.005. OATH. (a) The interpreter shall take an oath that the interpreter will:
(1) make a true interpretation to the deaf person of all the case proceedings in a language that the deaf person understands; and
(2) repeat the deaf person's answers to questions to counsel, court, or jury in the English language, using the interpreter's best skill and judgment.
(b) An interpreter appointed for a juror shall also take an oath that the interpreter will not:
(1) participate in any manner in the deliberations of the jury;
(2) communicate with any member of the jury regarding the deliberation of the jury except a literal translation of a juror's remarks made during deliberations; or
(3) disclose any of the deliberations with any person following a verdict.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985. Amended by Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 550, Sec. 3, eff. Sept. 1, 1987.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 2 - Trial, Judgment, and Appeal
Subchapter A. Interpreters for the Deaf
Section 21.002. Interpreters for Deaf Persons
Section 21.003. Qualifications
Section 21.004. Interpreter's Position in Court
Section 21.006. Fees and Travel Expenses
Section 21.007. Recording of Testimony