DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLAINT FORM

In the absence of a formal grievance procedure for interpreters, CFI has decided to establish a process in order to help us memorialize and respond to interpreter complaints to the best of our ability given our classification by the court as independent contractors.

It is especially important to have complaints in writing so that we may detect patterns and ongoing problems. Please fill this form out accurately and completely and we will contact you regarding your complaint. Please mail it to:

California Federation of Interpreters
12215 Telegraph Rd. Suite 210
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

Interpreter's Name_________________________________________________________

Language(s) Interpreted _____________________________________________________

Certification/Registration Number ________________ Date of Incident__________________

Court ( Department # ) or location of incident ______________________________________

Case name and number (if applicable)____________________________________________

Please describe the incident in detail, give the time and names and titles of the people involved and those who may have witnessed the incident. Use the back of this form or use extra sheets as needed.

 

 

Please describe what action, if any, was taken by you or anyone else:

 

Please indicate the follow-up you would like from CFI.

1) ____ I would like CFI to write a letter to administration on my behalf.
2) ____ I would like CFI to request a meeting with administration on my behalf.
  a) ____ I would like to be present at this meeting.
 

b) ____I give CFI permission to present my complaint to administration without me present.

3) ____

Other___________________________________________________________

Date ____________ Interpreter Signature _____________________________________

Contact Phone Number _______________________