The high sheriff is the oldest secular office under the Crown and is appointed annually (in March) by the Crown. The High Sheriff of Norfolk was originally the principal law enforcement officer in Norfolk and presided at the assizes and other important county meetings.
The high sheriff is the oldest secular position under the Crown and is appointed annually (in March) by the Crown. The High Sheriff of Norfolk was originally the main law enforcement officer in Norfolk and presided over the assizes and other significant county gatherings.