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 Oklahoma, bailiffs are integral to the functioning of the court system. They are law enforcement officers whose primary responsibilities include ensuring the security and orderly conduct of court proceedings. Bailiffs maintain the safety of all participants in the courtroom, including the judge, jury, legal teams, and public observers. They are tasked with escorting the jury to and from the courtroom, and when necessary, guarding them during sequestration to prevent any outside contact that could influence the jury's impartiality. Additionally, bailiffs uphold courtroom decorum by announcing the judge's entrance, enforcing rules such as the prohibition of cell phone use, and ensuring silence during court sessions. The specific regulations and procedures governing bailiffs' duties in Oklahoma are typically outlined in state statutes and the policies of individual court systems within the state.