Yes. If you need a language interpreter or American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter to participate at the IEP meeting, one must be provided at no expense to you.[1] You are entitled to a free copy of the IEP in your primary language.[2] However, there is no timeline or deadline in federal or state law for when the school district must give you a translated IEP. If the school district fails to give you a translated IEP, or is taking an unreasonable amount of time to give you a translated IEP, you may file a complaint with CDE alleging that your child has been denied FAPE because you have not been provided a translated IEP to sign and provide consent, consent in part, or refuse consent. You also could address this issue with the IEP team in a meeting or in writing, through email. Request that the IEP team set a specific date that the translated IEP must be provided to you.