Requires certain court documents to be translated into languages other than English.

S 3478 requires New Jersey courts to translate specific criminal court documents - such as indictments, pleadings, and motions - into the primary language of defendants, witnesses, or legal guardians with limited English proficiency. It mandates translation for nine widely spoken languages in the state, including Spanish, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Arabic, and French. The bill also requires courthouses to post multilingual signs in high-traffic areas, informing people of their right to language assistance services. This policy aims to ensure meaningful participation in court proceedings for non-English speakers during criminal cases.