The clerks of court have hundreds of administrative duties. They accept and process fines, fees and court costs owed to the state, child support checks, and civil judgments owed to litigants. They maintain a record of liens on all real estate in the county. Clerks help with involuntary hospitalization cases. They have the authority to dispose of schedules violations which are not contested and do not require a court hearing.
Clerks are also responsible for informing state and local government agencies of court orders.
Court attendants have a variety of duties such as overseeing the activities of jurors, facilitating courtroom proceedings, and helping judges with various duties. Court reporters serve an important court function. They record everything that is said in the courtroom. Their transcription is a precise and accurate account of the court proceedings that become part of the court record. Juvenile court officers assist the juvenile court.