Prior to this time a guard force of constables and night watchmen since the early 1780s were authorized to enforce town laws and arrest those in violation.

Deputies assigned to this section serve and execute all documents received from the Child Support Enforcement Administration which deals with non-support cases.

Deputies assigned to this unit locate and arrest individuals wanted on Child Support warrants in Baltimore City.

Deputies are assigned to this unit to execute arrest warrants, such as Failure to Appear (FTA), Violation of Probation (VOP), Body Attachments and Paternity.

Trained explosive detection dogs and their handlers patrol the two Circuit Courthouses and the Baltimore Juvenile Justice Center on a regular basis as part of the Sheriff's Homeland Security initiative.

Deputies from this unit assist the Baltimore City State's Attorney Office in the movement, safekeeping and protection of witnesses.