Bailiffs

Tasks Include:

• Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.
• Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees.
• Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure.
• Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.
• Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies, such as notepads, for use by judge, jurors, and attorneys.
• Screen, control, and handle evidence and exhibits during court proceedings.
• Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office.
• Stop people from entering courtroom while judge charges jury.
• Announce entrance of judge.