{"id":119758,"date":"2026-05-15T11:43:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T09:43:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/?page_id=119758"},"modified":"2026-05-15T11:51:03","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T09:51:03","slug":"experts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/experts\/","title":{"rendered":"Interpreter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Interpreter<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-dolmetscher-im-strafverfahren\" data-level=\"2\">Interpreters in criminal proceedings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faq-haufig-gestellte-fragen\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ &#8211; Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <strong>interpreter <\/strong>in criminal proceedings ensures that all parties involved understand the proceedings and can communicate clearly. Suitable interpreters must be engaged if a person involved does not have sufficient command of the German language or if communication difficulties exist due to a hearing or speech impairment. This is regulated, among other provisions, in <a href=\"https:\/\/ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002326&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=126&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Section 126 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (StPO).<\/a>  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Linguistic understanding is a prerequisite for a <strong>fair criminal trial<\/strong>. Anyone who does not understand questions or cannot correctly grasp statements risks making inaccurate or incomplete statements. Language barriers should <strong>not lead to legal disadvantages<\/strong>.    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\r\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dolmetscher-352x198.webp\" >\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dolmetscher.webp\" alt=\"Interpreters in criminal proceedings ensure fair communication with the police and the courts.\" >\r\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eCommunication is the basis of any determination of the truth. Without an interpreter, criminal proceedings lose their fairness. \u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dolmetscher-im-strafverfahren\">Interpreters in criminal proceedings<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal proceedings can only be conducted fairly if every accused person understands what they are being accused of and what rights they have. That is precisely what an interpreter in criminal proceedings ensures. They translate statements, questions, cautions and key elements of the proceedings into a language the person concerned understands.    <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Particularly in criminal law, even misunderstandings can have serious consequences. Misunderstood questions, inaccurate translations or linguistic uncertainty can distort statements and influence the course of the proceedings. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An interpreter in criminal proceedings ensures that all parties involved understand the proceedings and can communicate clearly. Suitable interpreters must be engaged if a person involved does not have sufficient command of the German language or if communication difficulties exist due to a hearing or speech impairment. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In criminal proceedings, the issues often involve custodial sentences, criminal records or financial loss. Faulty communication can therefore have serious consequences.   <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eLinguistic misunderstandings can have serious consequences in criminal proceedings. Professional interpreters ensure the necessary communication. \u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Language problems must not lead to disadvantages in criminal proceedings. Anyone accused in criminal proceedings should seek legal assistance. Defence counsel can assess which statements are sensible, what rights exist and which strategy is advisable in the specific case.  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identifying communication difficulties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal certainty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support throughout the entire proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq-haufig-gestellte-fragen\">FAQ &#8211; Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-Bezirksgericht uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/criminal-law\\\/experts\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"When am I entitled to an interpreter in criminal proceedings?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In principle, you are entitled whenever you do not sufficiently understand the German language or cannot express yourself sufficiently.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why is an interpreter in criminal proceedings important?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Misunderstandings can have serious consequences in criminal proceedings. Misunderstood questions or inaccurate translations can distort statements and influence the entire course of the proceedings. An interpreter ensures that the person concerned can make effective statements.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Are there interpreters for deaf people as well?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. People with hearing or speech impairments are also entitled to appropriate support from an interpreter.\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-Bezirksgericht-Q1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When am I entitled to an interpreter in criminal proceedings?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>In principle, you are entitled whenever you do not sufficiently understand the German language or cannot express yourself sufficiently.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-Bezirksgericht-Q2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Why is an interpreter in criminal proceedings important?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Misunderstandings can have serious consequences in criminal proceedings. Misunderstood questions or inaccurate translations can distort statements and influence the entire course of the proceedings. An interpreter ensures that the person concerned can make effective statements.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-Bezirksgericht-Q3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Are there interpreters for deaf people as well?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes. People with hearing or speech impairments are also entitled to appropriate support from an interpreter.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Linguistic understanding is a prerequisite for a fair criminal trial. Anyone who does not understand questions or cannot correctly grasp statements risks making inaccurate or incomplete statements. Language barriers should not lead to legal disadvantages.  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