The Unified Court System contracts with the Sheriff’s Office for Deputy Services in the Supreme, County, Family and Surrogate Courts. Deputies are present to guard and protect Judges, non-judicial officers, and employees, trial jurors, attorneys, witnesses and the general public. Deputies serve as the primary security force in and around the Court House, establishing a safe environment. A Deputy is also assigned to the operation of the Magnetometer (metal detector) located prior to entering the Court House.