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Bailiffs are law enforcement officers who provide security and maintain order in the courtroom during trials and other court proceedings. Bailiffs may also provide other security services, such as escorting the jury out of the courtroom to ensure they do not have contact with anyone outside of the courtroom, and guarding the jury during sequestration (isolation) of the jury. Bailiffs may help maintain courtroom decorum by announcing the judge’s entrance into the courtroom, and by reminding all persons in the courtroom to turn off their cell phones and remain silent when court is in session.

In Illinois, bailiffs are court officers whose primary responsibilities include maintaining security and order within courtrooms. They are tasked with ensuring the safety of all participants during court proceedings, including judges, jurors, attorneys, and the public. Bailiffs facilitate the smooth operation of the court by managing the entry and exit of individuals in the courtroom, enforcing courtroom rules such as silencing cell phones, and announcing the judge's entrance. They also play a crucial role in jury management by escorting jurors to and from the courtroom, preventing unauthorized contact with them, and overseeing their sequestration when required. The exact duties and powers of bailiffs can vary depending on the county and the specific court's procedures, but they generally operate under the authority of the state's statutes and the court's administrative rules.

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