Legal Definitions - courtroom deputy

A courtroom deputy is a person who works in a court and helps the judge with administrative tasks. They are also known as a deputy clerk.

• General Deputy: A deputy who can act as a substitute for another officer and perform all the regular duties of that office.
• Special Deputy: A deputy who is appointed for a specific purpose, such as maintaining peace during a riot.

For instance, a courtroom deputy may assist the judge in managing the court's docket, maintaining court records, and ensuring that court proceedings run smoothly. They may also help jurors, witnesses, and attorneys with administrative tasks. A general deputy can perform all the duties of the office they are substituting for, while a special deputy is appointed for a specific purpose, such as maintaining peace during a riot.