“bailiff”
This page shows official legal definitions of “bailiff” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
New Zealand
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An officer of the District Court who manages and enforces fines and serves some court documents.
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United States
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A court attendant assigned by the sheriff to provide security to the court, guard criminal defendants and take custody of sworn jurors.
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