1054.005 – APPOINTMENT OF INTERPRETER. At the time the
Texas Estates Code § 1054.005
Summary
This law mandates that when a court appoints an attorney ad litem for a proposed ward, it must also appoint an interpreter if needed. This ensures that the proposed ward can effectively communicate with their attorney, which is crucial for fair legal representation.
Court must appoint an interpreter when appointing an attorney ad litem.
Interpreters may be for spoken language or sign language.
Ensures effective communication for the proposed ward.
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