Answer to Question #15

When can a Justice administer a document written entirely in a language other than English?

A) If the client verbally translates it for the Justice

B) If the Justice is personally fluent in that language

C) If the document is from an Australian agency

D) Under no circumstances whatsoever

Answer: B 

Rationale: A Justice should only administer such documents if they are personally fluent or if an independent translation is provided. (see Ministerial Manual P20)