Court Clerk
definition
A court clerk keeps track of what happens and what is said in court.
example in a sentence
The court clerk gave Layla’s mom a paper that listed the date of their next hearing.
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The court clerk usually sits near the judge and helps keep track of everything during a case. They manage the schedule, record decisions, and make sure the right papers are in the file. You may not need to interact with this person.
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