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Sheriff Officer, Stranraer
« on: Tuesday 07 June 05 17:28 BST (UK) »
What would the duties of a Sheriff Officer be in the 1800's in Stranraer ????  : ???

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Re: Sheriff Officer, Stranraer
« Reply #1 on: Tuesday 07 June 05 18:32 BST (UK) »
much as today ..... (with the exception of the criminal justice side of things)

A Sheriff's officer would enforce the decisions of the Sheriff made in both Civil and Criminal cases. This could encompass the collection of fines , taking into custody , service of writs seizure of goods and chattells ( english term is bailiff) and ensuring the good running of the court.

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Re: Sheriff Officer, Stranraer
« Reply #2 on: Tuesday 07 June 05 18:46 BST (UK) »
Many thanks for the info.
                                  John Todd
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