On Some Aspects of the Procedural Status of an Interpreter in Civil Proceedings

Aim. To determine the legal status of subjects (its shortcomings) promoting justice (in particular, of a translator/interpreter) in the context of constantly changing legislation on civil proceedings and to propose measures aimed at eliminating these shortcomings. Methodology. To achieve the stated goal, general scientific and special methods of cognition were used as a methodological basis, including primarily the analysis and synthesis, analogy, comparative legal and systemic functional methods. Results. The study makes it possible to state the need to recognize a translator/interpreter in civil proceedings as a person with special knowledge and to make appropriate adjustments to codified sources. Research implications. The procedural and legal specifics of the participation of an interpreter/translator in Russian civil proceedings are revealed. The role of an interpreter/translator in protecting the rights and legitimate interests of citizens in civil proceedings are determined, and it is made possible to identify patterns of law enforcement activities in this area.