California Instructions To The Sheriff is a set of legal instructions issued by the California Supreme Court to all County Sheriffs in the state. This document outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Sheriff in terms of serving and executing court orders, enforcing laws, protecting life and property, and providing safety and security. The California Instructions To The Sheriff are divided into three categories: Criminal Procedure, Civil Procedure, and Miscellaneous Instructions. Criminal Procedure Instructions cover topics such as the arrest and detention of suspects, the service of criminal process, the search and seizure of evidence, and the use of force in the execution of criminal laws. Civil Procedure Instructions cover topics such as the service of civil process, the execution of court orders, the enforcement of judgments, and the protection of civil rights. Miscellaneous Instructions cover topics such as the use of firearms and other weapons, the performance of special duties, the transport of prisoners, and the administration of justice in rural areas.