Minorities in the criminal justice system 2015, para. 45
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Numerous States go beyond these minimum provisions and provide for the right of certain linguistic minorities to have the proceedings themselves conducted in their own language. This may apply to the territory of the State as a whole or to a particular region. Wherever possible, such an approach is to be encouraged, as it contributes to the fairness of the proceeding, equality, promotion of identity and effective participation.