Sheriff Shortage

• B.C. sheriff shortage leads to court delays and calls for action from trial lawyers

  Five courtrooms were closed at the Vancouver Provincial Courthouse on Thursday. Three additional courtrooms were closed in Port Coquitlam.

  Crime

  Jun 14, 2024
  
• Sheriff shortage prompts multiple Lower Mainland courtroom closures

  A shortage of available sheriffs in British Columbia has prompted several recent courtroom closures in the Lower Mainland.

  Crime

  Jul 26, 2023
  
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• Accused drug dealer’s release sparks concern, frustration

  An accused drug dealer walked free from the Victoria courthouse Friday and the reason for his release is sparking anger.

  Feb 22, 2017
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• Accused drug trafficker walks free from Victoria courthouse due to sheriff shortage

  For years, there has been a shortage of court staff in B.C., from clerks and bailiffs to sheriffs. The problem is especially bad in Victoria.

  Feb 20, 2017