Jose, a defendant in a criminal case, has been accused of a misdemeanor. Because he does not speak English, he is confused during his initial court hearing. He requests an interpreter. Is this request likely to be approved?
a) No; he will have to hire his own interpreter if he needs one.
b) No; interpreters are only provided in civil cases.
c) Yes; but only if he has the means to pay for the interpreter.
d) Yes; he is entitled to a courtroom interpreter.
