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NY A09151

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

Jenifer Rajkumar

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Origin

Assembly

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends New York City Civil Court Act to require court orders and documents containing stipulations directing party action be provided in parties' native language if they are not fluent in English.

  • Limits native language translation requirement to one of the six most prevalent languages other than English spoken in New York City.

  • Requires the person drafting translated documents to provide both English and native language versions to the court and certify under oath that translations accurately reflect the English document.

  • Mandates all parties demonstrate to the court's satisfaction their comprehension of the nature and effect of each court order or stipulation.

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law.

Legislative Description

Relates to requiring certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language and requiring parties to demonstrate their understanding of the nature and effect of such documents.

Last Action

referred to judiciary

2/8/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/8/2024

Full Bill Text

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