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Lack of interpreter leads Alberta judge to throw deaf man's sex charges out of court

An Alberta judge has stayed sex charges against Kendal Longclaws due to the absence of an interpreter, as reported by the Canadian Press.
The judge stated that proceeding without an interpreter would deprive Longclaws of his right to a fair trial under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Longclaws' mother testified that there were no resources available for him to learn sign language, which contributed to his communication difficulties, according to the judge.
The judge concluded that a stay of proceedings is the only remedy available, acknowledging the unsatisfactory outcome for the complainants.

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Edmonton Journal

Judge halts sex offence case against deaf Alberta man, finding no interpreter could help him understand court

Calling it the "most drastic" step a court can take, a judge has stayed sexual offence charges against a central Alberta man, finding there are no interpreters capable of helping the deaf defendant understand the legal proceedings against him.

1 month ago·Edmonton, Canada

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