The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for the safety of the visiting public and employees that utilize the Mecklenburg County Courthouse. Deputies assigned to Courts Division are not only responsible for the actual building security, but also provide bailiff services in over thirty functioning courtrooms to ensure that order is maintained during all court proceedings.
All persons entering the courthouse are required to pass through a magnetometer (Metal Detector) and all packages, electronics, and bags are scanned by fluoroscope (X-Ray Machine) operated by qualified Sheriff’s Office personnel. Visual inspection of all hand carried items are also be conducted as part of the security screening process.
Searches are required to prevent contraband or weapons from entering the building. This includes anything that could be ‘reasonably’ used as a weapon, unauthorized recording devices (audio or visual) or anything that may be disruptive to court proceedings.
Court personnel also arrange for the transfer of residents from the Mecklenburg County Detention Center that have scheduled court appearances. Additionally, court deputies are responsible for placing defendants in custody immediately after a conviction to ensure they are secured and transferred to the detention facility.