In
the case that a consumer believes an interpreter or transliterator
has behaved out of accordance with the RID Code of Ethics, the consumer
may file a grievance against the interpreter (providing the interpreter
is a member of RID). Grievances may be written or video-taped and
must include:
- Grievant's name, address and phone number
- Interpreter's name and contact information
- Where and when the incident occurred
- Which tenet(s) of the RID Code of Ethics violated
(Link
to RID Code of Ethics)
-
A complete explanation of the incident
- Any relevant evidence or documentation
The
above must be sent within ninety (90) days of the incident to:
Grievance Committee
RID National Office
333 Commerce Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
The
Regional Ethics Practices Board for the region in which the incident
occurred will review grievances. After a ruling is made, the consumer
or the interpreter may appeal to the National Ethical Practices Board
of the National RID.
For
more information call, e-mail or fax National RID:
(703) 838-0030 Voice
(703) 838-0459 TTY
(703) 838-0454 Fax
E-Mail: Admin@RID.org
