Bailiff Job Description

Bailiffs are responsible for ensuring that appropriate behaviour and security are maintained within a courtroom.

Typical Duties

• Maintain order in courtroom during trial

• Guard jury from outside contact

• Ensure security of courtroom

• Ensure individuals do not disturb the processes of the court and courtroom personnel

• Ensure unauthorized individuals do not enter the courtroom

• Prevent jury from making contact with the public by acting as an escort to restaurants and other locations outside of the courtroom

• Guard the lodging of the sequestered jury

Scholarships for Becoming a Bailiff  

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