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We are talking about something serious out here - someone is alleged of a grave crime. Therefore, it should be necessary that the person is allowed a full and f
by denzil_correa 13y ago
We are talking about something serious out here - someone is alleged of a grave crime. Therefore, it should be necessary that the person is allowed a full and fair opportunity to defend himself. This can only happen if the person talks in a language he's comfortable in. Considering this case, it is only rational to make such a requirement.
Your point on local culture/language may be applicable in other scenarios like speaking to local clients, buying groceries, shopping for clothes but alleged involvement in a crime which can lead to time (years?) in prison is a different matter altogether.
- icebraining 13y agoI'm not saying that the person should be required to know the language; a translator would be fined. My point is whether it should be the police's responsibility to arrange for that translator.
- denzil_correa 13y agoI never said it is the police's responsibility to arrange for the translator. I said that the police should maintain status quo (with a definite time period) and allow the accused to arrange for a interlocutor of his choice. I said that it was the police's responsibility to upfront state that to the alleged instead of asking questions and trying to exploit the loophole of the accused not knowing his rights.