There is a new sheriff in town – in fact there are two of them.
Two newly trained sheriffs have been assigned to the Prince George, according information released by the B.C. government.
"Having two new deputy sheriffs in Prince George will help make our courts and justice administration more effective and efficient," Mike Morris, MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie said in a press release.
The new sheriffs were trained at the Justice Institute of B.C. and will be primarily assigned to escorting prisoners between the courthouse, correctional centre and RCMP lock-up; providing courthouse security; jury management; and government protection services.
"Sheriffs play an important role in the justice system and adding capacity in Prince George... will provide additional support and help ensure our community and region are safer," Jobs Minister Shirley Bond said.
