Professional Praise For Protecting Court

"Lt. Jimmie Barrett of the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office has devoted his career to compiling a concise and authoritative body of well-tested court security practices. His treatise, Protecting Court – A Practitioner’s Guide to Court Security, closely examines the lessons learned from others’ experiences. Jimmie Barrett’s work goes beyond simply outlining an effective strategy. It introduces a comprehensive security program that judges and court administrators can count on. Every law enforcement officer responsible for court security should have this book on their library shelf."
Henry Hudson

“For every Sheriff responsible for creating a safe and secure courthouse, Protecting Court is absolutely required reading for practical court security!”
Sheriff Thomas Faust (Ret.), former Executive Director,
National Sheriffs' Association

“Jimmie Barrett has captured the essence of court security, and his book is a must for all judges, bailiffs, court security officers, and court administrators,”
Judge Richard W. Carter, (Ret.), Arlington, Texas Director of Legal Services, Crime Stoppers USA.
Author of: Court Security for Judges, Bailiffs & Other Court Personnel

“Protecting Court is designed to be used by law enforcement and criminal justice officials addressing the complex issues of providing court security. This book provides a much needed pragmatic guide of best practices in courthouse security strategies. Lieutenant Barrett directly oversees court security for my office and is very active and respected on a national level in the field of court security and judicial threat management."
Sheriff Beth Arthur, Arlington County, Virginia

“Protecting Court: A Practitioner’s Guide to Court Security should be the resource every court security professional reaches for before entering their first courtroom.”
Lynda S. O’Connell, CAE, Executive Director,
Virginia Center for Policing Innovation

A "Must Read" for anyone involved in or responsible for Courthouse Security.
Insightful, informative and a perfect reference point in how to "get the job done" both safely and professionally. Many of the strategies covered by Lieutenant Barrett lend themselves not only to the courthouse but any location open to potential abuse by a perpetrator.
Glenn Bartholomew, CEO
Security Knowledge Solutions LLC

Lt Barrett has written a must read that benefits both the new and experienced court security provider. The field of court security is often overlooked and Jimmie’s insightful knowledge provides an excellent framework on which to establish your court security program. Full of practical and applicable information Jimmie leads us through a series of proactive security strategies that enhance the safety of court participants while respecting the judicial process.
Kevin Calder
K Calder & Associates

The historical stories in the book helps not only educate the audience, but makes the issue of security in the courts come to life. As a retired Assistant Director in the Arizona DOC, I believe those working in corrections should use this manuscript as a tool to become more aware of the unique environment the courts represent, thereby engaging and supporting their necessary security requirements.

Carl E. Nink, Executive Director
Management & Training Corporation