I. The sheriff and the sheriff's deputies shall serve and execute all writs and other precepts directed to the sheriff's department and issued from lawful authority.II. The sheriff and the sheriff's deputies and bailiffs shall perform the duties of crier of the court.III. The sheriff's bailiffs shall provide adequate security in all state courts, except the supreme court.IV. The sheriff's bailiffs shall comply with such background investigation checks, physical and mental standards, and training appropriate to their duties as the police standards and training council may require. The council shall consult with the New Hampshire Sheriffs Association and the administrative office of the courts prior to adopting these standards.RS 178:9. CS 189:9. GS 197:3. GL 216:3. PS 212:3. PL 324 :3. RL 380:3. RSA 104:5. 1998, 297:3, eff. Jan. 1, 1999.