Bailiffs

Authority

Bailiffs have state-wide jurisdiction to enforce the judge's orders. They may make arrests on bench warrants (such as failure to pay court fines). They also are allowed to receive jury verdicts and administer oaths (such as swearing in witnesses).

Duties and Responsibilities
There are criminal and civil court bailiffs. Civil bailiffs serve eviction orders, civil lawsuits, garnishments of wages and bank account attachments, as well as asset seizures (such as business cash register attachments and automobile replevins). Bailiffs are required to have State and local training in legal matters, arrest procedures, firearms training, process serving, and security training. In Middletown, there are currently three bailiffs assigned to four areas: criminal court procedures, civil court procedures, court security, and warrant bureau duties.

City of Middletown
One Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH
45042-1901
(513) 425-7766