Bailiffs

The Ford County Sheriff's Office employs 2 commissioned and 1 non-commissioned Bailiffs to provided security for the Ford County Courthouse.

Bailiffs, also known as court officers, are law enforcement officers who are tasked with the duties to maintain safety and order in courtrooms. Their positions, which vary by location, include enforcing courtroom rules, assisting judges, guarding juries, delivering court documents, and providing general security for courthouses.