# COMAR Title 16 — Department of Juvenile Services

## Subtitle 02 — Contested-Case Hearings

### Chapter 04 — Hearing Procedures

#### Regulation .13 Interpreters.

*COMAR 16.02.04.13*

A. Appointment. If a party or witness cannot readily hear, speak, or understand spoken or written English, the Secretary shall arrange for a qualified interpreter to provide assistance during the hearing.

B. Oath or Affirmation. The interpreter shall take an oath or affirm that he or she will accurately translate.