Court Security Officer
/ˈkɔːrt sɪˈkjʊər.ə.ti ˈɒf.ɪ.sər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official responsible for maintaining order, security, and safety within court premises.
The court security officer ensured no unauthorized items were brought into the courtroom.
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- court security officer
- court security officers
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Commentary
Often appointed or employed by judicial administrations, court security officers play a vital role in upholding courtroom integrity and safety but should not be confused with law enforcement officers; clarity of jurisdictional powers is important.
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