South Dakota Codified Laws 19-19-604. Form for oath of interpreter
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The following oath, as appropriate to the circumstances, may be used for an interpreter:
I, __________, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will justly, truly and impartially interpret, to the best of my skill and judgment, and will make a true interpretation to any party or witness, the oath or affirmation administered in all matters; the questions which may be asked and the answers that shall be given to such questions and all statements relative to any [court proceedings, probation activities, or any other proceeding] under consideration in which I am employed to interpret, so help me God (under the pains and penalties of perjury).
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 19-19-604
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- Oath: includes affirmation. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
Source: SL 1979, ch 154, § 10; SL 2012, ch 115, § 3; SDCL § 19-14-4.1.