This is a legal document that was released by the New York State Office of Victim Services - a government authority operating within New York.
The document is provided in Chinese.
Q: What is a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services?
A: A Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services is a document that states an individual's voluntary decision to decline free interpretation services.
Q: Who is eligible for free interpretation services in New York?
A: People with limited English proficiency who are involved in a legal proceeding or receiving government-funded services in New York are eligible for free interpretation services.
Q: What does a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services mean?
A: By signing a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services, an individual is giving up their right to have an interpreter provided to them free of charge during a legal proceeding or when receiving government-funded services.
Q: Is signing a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services mandatory?
A: No, signing a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services is voluntary. Individuals have the choice to accept or decline free interpretation services.
Q: Why would someone sign a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services?
A: There may be various reasons why someone would choose to sign a Waiver of Rights to Free Interpretation Services, such as having personal interpreters, preferring not to use interpretation services, or feeling confident in their English language skills.
Form Details:
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