The guidelines emphasize that accommodating different languages and cultures must occur at every stage of the legal process and that planned coordination of several skills and structures is required to accomplish complete provisions. In addition, although funding is a concern, the alternative to proper effective provisions is expensive even in the short term. The guidelines explain the skills and standards required for interpreters, factors involved in choosing an interpreter, the preparation and conduct of the interpreted session, the principles and techniques involved in providing effective services to non-English speakers, the provision of bilingual services, the provision of translation services, interpreter training, and the organizational structure required. Figures