Semiotics [edit]. In semiotics (the study of signs or symbolism), salience refers to the relative importance or prominence of a part of a sign.
How to Become a U.S. Marshal. The United States Marshal Service is the Department of Justice agency that is responsible for protecting the judicial system. They ensure that justice can be carried out without threat to court buildings, court officers, witnesses, or anyone else involved in trials.
1 The U.S. Marshals Service was established as a agency in 1969, and it was elevated to full bureau status under the Justice Department in 1974. 2  Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - On July 26, 1908, a small investigative force was created within the Justice Department under Attorney General Charles Bonaparte.