What is Cross Examination interpretation?

The purpose of cross-examination is to see if the witness's statements are true. The opportunity to question, challenge, and test witnesses who are called by the opposing party in a criminal trial is given through an attorney.


Cross Examination interpretation is the process of communication between two parties talking different languages with the assistance of a professional interpreter who are able to understand and speak fluently in those languages as long as needed.


Why do I need a certified interpreter for my Cross Examination matter / appointment?

You might need a certified interpretation service for various situations such as formal applications, business meetings, medical sessions, or legal matters. An effective communication is key no matter what the setting, but in an emergency or legal situation where the outcome is of utmost importance, the availability of certified interpreters is critical.


Langia offers certified interpretation services for your Cross Examination matter / appointment in 107 languages. You can schedule your Cross Examination request here.


How can I request an interpreter for my Cross Examination matter / appointment?

A Certified translator/interpreter is a unique and reserved title for individuals who have qualified and registered with the association of translators in their state or province (ex. ATIO, ATIA, STIBC, ATA) and subscribed to the association's code of professional ethics.


There are also interpreters accredited by specific institutions. (ex. IRB, MAG) These interpreters have fulfilled the industry specific requirements. At Langia, you can also request accredited interpreters for your Cross Examination matter / appointment.


Read our blog to learn more about the different types of certifications available in translation and interpretation services.


On the rare occasion that a certified interpreter is not available (e.g. There are no certified interpreters for a specific language combination or within the specific category), accredited or experienced interpreters may be accepted by most institutions. However, make sure to contact the institution to which you will attend to ensure your interpreter will be recognized if they are not certified.


How can I send my Cross Examination request to an interpreter?

To book an interpreter for your Cross Examination matter/appointment, you can :


  • Call an agency to request to book an interpreter for your Cross Examination matter. However, this option may be risky and lengthy because the privacy of your information cannot be guaranteed and the fulfillment process may take longer.
  • Email the interpreter or the translation agency details of your needs. While this option is safer and much more efficient than calling, it still requires a lot of back and forth between you and the interpreter or agent, if working with a translation agency.
  • Enter in the details of your Cross Examination appointment on the Langia app or website. This is the most efficient and secure way to send your request directly to the interpreter. There are no third-party operators that look over your personal document(s), no back and forth emails that could take hours or days to conclude.


With the Langia app, all you have to do is enter in the details of your appointment and any additional notes you would like to attach to the request. With this information, you will be able to see the cost of the project. All you have to do next is select an interpreter to complete your request: no unnecessary dialogue, confidentiality or security issues, or unresponsive translators and agencies.


How much does a certified interpretation of a Cross Examination matter cost?

Certified interpretation for your Cross Examination can cost anywhere between CAD$49 - $250 per hour, depending on various factors, including type of interpretation (simultaneous, consecutive), duration, the rarity of the language, certification, and location.


Average translation agencies require back and forth communication via email before they accurately determine the exact price.


Lucky for you, unnecessary communication is in the past with Langia. Now you can instantly upload your appointment details on the Langia website or app and select a few essential details about your project (ex. duration, certification, source and target language) to see the price immediately.

With Langia, it takes less time to submit a document for translation than to get a quote from an average translation agency or professional translator.


Fill in the details of your Cross Examination appointment now to get a quote instantly!