June 7, 2006
In re: Standard Jury Instructions in Civil Cases
Case Number(s):
SC05-1961, SC05-1999

Transcript:

Summary:

The Court considers changes to jury instructions to be given in civil trials where testimony is provided through interpreters or translators. Under the proposals, jurors would be directed to consider only the evidence provided through the interpreter or translator, even if they speak the language themselves. Jurors who question the accuracy of the interpretation are to notify the judge by raising their hand and are not to discuss the issue with other jurors