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NY S00968
Bill
Status
1/9/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jamaal Bailey
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AI Summary
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Amends New York City Civil Court Act to require court orders and documents with stipulations directing action be provided to parties in their native language if they are not fluent in English.
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Limits language requirement to the six most prevalent non-English languages spoken in New York City.
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Requires the person drafting translated documents to provide both English and native language versions to the court and certify under oath that the translation accurately reflects the original English document.
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Mandates all parties demonstrate comprehension of the nature and effect of each court order or stipulation to the satisfaction of the court.
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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
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/7/2024