Section 60055.10 - Interpreters and Other Forms of Accommodation(a) In proceedings where a party, a party's representative, or a party's expected witness requires an interpreter for any language, including sign language, that party shall be responsible for notifying the hearing office as soon as the requirement is known, but no later than ten days prior to the first day of hearing. The hearing officer may allow later notification for good cause. The hearing office shall be responsible for securing the interpreter, and for providing reasonable accommodation.(b) The cost of interpreter services shall be paid by the state board if the hearing officer so directs. In determining who should pay the cost of the interpreter, the hearing officer shall base the decision on equitable considerations, including the ability of the party in need of the interpreter to pay the cost.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 17, § 60055.10
1. New section filed 9-1-99; operative 10-1-99 (Register 99, No. 36). Note: Authority cited: Sections 39600 and 39601, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Mathews v. Eldridge, 424 U.S. 319 (1976); Section 43105, Health and Safety Code; Sections 11435.25, 11435.30 and 11435.55, Government Code; and Section 751, Evidence Code.
1. New section filed 9-1-99; operative 10-1-99 (Register 99, No. 36).