What is the purpose of maintaining a safe perimeter during disturbances in a courtroom?

• A. To delay the proceedings for hours.
• B. To isolate the judge from the witnesses.
• C. To prevent unauthorized access and minimize risk to civilians.
• D. To allow the crowd to mix freely.

Answer: (C)

Maintaining a safe perimeter during disturbances is about keeping unauthorized people out and reducing risk to everyone nearby. That buffer zone lets security respond, protect participants like the judge, witnesses, jurors, and court staff, and prevent chaos from spilling into the courtroom. Delaying proceedings or letting the crowd mix freely would heighten danger, while isolating the judge from witnesses isn’t the aim of the perimeter; the focus is on controlling access and safeguarding people.