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Course Description

This course introduces students to the legal concepts embodied in terminology to be learned and practiced in subsequent courses. Students learn the fundamentals of criminal and civil courts in both the federal and California systems. Instruction explores the stages of criminal and civil proceedings and basic legal concepts relevant to each stage, such as the constitutional rights of defendants in criminal cases. The course covers the key constitutional provisions, statutes, court decisions, and rules that interpreters often encounter. Students are introduced to shorthand terms commonly substituted for formal legal terminology by lawyers in both systems.

Course Outline

This course introduces students to the legal concepts embodied in terminology. Students learn the fundamentals of criminal and civil courts in both the federal and California systems.

Notes

Program Representative
Crystal Marie Lopez
(310) 825-7093
interpretation@uclaextension.edu
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Section Title
Introduction to U.S. Law for Court Interpreters
Type
Online
Days
Sa
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Aug 03, 2024 to Sep 07, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Location
  • Remote Classroom
Delivery Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (2 units) $415.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
2 units
Refund Request Deadline
Aug 09, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 27, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 10, 2024 to Sep 07, 2024
Instructors
  • Richard Rosas
Section Notes

Visitors not permitted. Early enrollment advised.

 

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