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Court Services
The Chatham-Kent Police Court Services is a uniformed unit providing case management of all federal, criminal, and provincial statues and municipal by-law charges laid by the Chatham-Kent Police Service. This unit also has the responsibility of providing court security for both court facilities in Chatham-Kent. Some of their responsibilities include:
- serve subpoenas and summons
- execute warrants
- execute DNA Orders
Chatham-Kent Court House
425 Grand Avenue West, Chatham, Ontario
General inquires: (519) 355-2200
Provincial Offences Court
21633 Communications Road, R.R. # 5, Blenheim, Ontario
General inquiries: (519) 352-8484
Court Services comprises one sergeant, six constables, eight special constables, and one administrative clerk.
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The members of this unit provide the main interface between the Chatham-Kent Police Service and the court system. Court Services is staffed by a combination of members that includes Special Constables, administrative support staff and police officers. Special Constables are uniformed civilian members who have received specialized training, and are responsible for ensuring the safe and secure detention and escort of persons in custody within court facilities. Special Constables also provide security in the courtroom.
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They are responsible for making sure that all persons present, including members of the judiciary, legal representatives, members of the public and accused persons, are able to exercise their rights and obligations in an environment free of physical and verbal aggression, real or perceived. The task of providing court security and prisoner escorts is supported by a small complement of Police Constables assigned to the unit, who provide support in high risk situations and gain experience in this branch of policing services. All cell areas at court facilities are equipped with audio-visual equipment for monitoring the behaviour and well-being of persons in custody.
Court Security officers must continually monitor, physically check and regularly document the condition of prisoners to ensure their maximum safety. CKPS Court Security officers are also responsible for the majority of prisoner transports between correctional or detention facilities and the Chatham courts.
Finally, the CKPS Court Services Unit is responsible for managing information related to criminal court cases. Court Services staff also plays a role in scheduling court dates in an effort to minimize overtime expenses for off-duty police officers, and help to ensure that accused persons appear in court when required.
Court Services members are integral part of the Chatham-Kent Police Service and to the entire judicial system.
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Commonly asked questions…
- How many ‘tickets’ are issued in Chatham-Kent?
Approximately 20,000 a year.
- How many charges are laid in Chatham-Kent?
Approximately 6800 a year.
- How many prisoners does Court Services handle?
Approximately 2900 a year.
- Are these facilities handicapped accessible?
Yes
Both facilities were recently refurbished from existing county/township buildings. There is ample parking at both facilities. Smoking is prohibited at both facilities.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service reminds all persons attending Court to please bring your court related documents.
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