Probate Judge Seeks Bailiff, Full-Time Court Reporter; Court-Reporter Fund Balance Cited
Probate Judge Duff asked for a uniformed bailiff and a full-time court reporter to address rising guardianship and mental-health caseloads; Mr. Cohen and budget staff said the county's Court Reporter Services Fund projection is about $859,000 and explained fund allocation across courts.
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Probate Judge Duff told the court she needs a uniformed security officer (bailiff) and a full-time court reporter to support rising caseloads, arguing the court's workload (from 5,800 to 6,400 cases year over year) and increased guardianship and mental-health matters make the roles essential for safety and certified record-keeping.
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