Introduction: The Bailiff’s Unit provides security services to the Alameda County Superior Courts. A Lieutenant is assigned as a Unit Commander, and is also responsible for the Sheriff's Civil Unit, and answers to the Court Services Captain, who in turn reports to the Countywide Services Division Commander.

Mission Statement: The mission of the Bailiff’s Unit is to provide those services mandated by statute as well as to maintain the safety and security of everyone who enters the facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities: The Bailiff’s Unit provides building security, courtroom security, maintains control of in-custody prisoners, and provides weapons-screening at designated buildings. The Unit also acts as a liaison between local police agencies and other courts within the county.

COURTROOM DEMEANOR FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC: No eating/drinking, no talking or making of excessive noise in the courtroom.  Babies or young children who are crying/talking must be removed from the courtroom. There is absolutely no communication with in-custody defendants, either verbal or non-verbal. Unauthorized communication is against California Penal Code Section 4570, which is a misdemeanor.

Facilities Served: The Bailiff’s Unit provides security staff at three locations in the northern geographical area of Alameda County.

RENE C. DAVIDSON COURTHOUSE
1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, California 94612

ALAMEDA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
1221 Oak Street, Oakland, California 94612

POST OFFICE BUILDING
Departments 30 & 31, 2nd Floor
201-13th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Building occupants include Recorder’s Office, Social Services, and Risk Management

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telephone Number (510) 272-6906

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