When a court interpreter is present during a confidential attorney-client meeting, the communication is:

When a court interpreter is present during a

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ANo longer privileged because a third party is present
BOnly privileged if the attorney requests it in writing
CPrivileged only if it occurs in a private room
DPrivileged because the interpreter is considered a necessary agent of communication

✓ Correct answer: D. Privileged because the interpreter is considered a necessary agent of communication The presence of a court interpreter does not waive attorney-client privilege because the interpreter is treated as a necessary extension of the attorney-client relationship, facilitating communication rather than introducing an unauthorized third party.

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