Sheriffs play an important role in the administration of justice.
They form an integral part thereof because they are called upon to serve court writs, execute all processes, and carry into effect the orders of the court with due care and utmost diligence. In the present case, respondent sheriff failed to live up to these standards. After the investigation, Agents Javier and Ancheta recommended, inter alia, the filing of an administrative case with the Office of the Court Administrator. Gerarda G. Galang, Chief of the NBI Legal and Evaluation Division, concurred with said recommendation. Hence, this administrative complaint now before Us.