Vollstreckungsbeamte
Vollstreckungsbeamte is a generic term used in German-speaking jurisdictions for civil servants who enforce court judgments and other enforceable orders issued by courts and authorities. In Germany this role is most commonly associated with the Gerichtsvollzieher, or court bailiff, who acts on behalf of the judiciary to carry out the Zwangsvollstreckung and related orders. The concept also exists in Austria and other jurisdictions under a similar framework, all governed by national laws and procedural rules.
The core duties of Vollstreckungsbeamte include enforcing monetary and non-monetary titles. They carry out asset seizures
Organization and legal basis: Vollstreckungsbeamte operate within the judiciary and are typically state civil servants connected
Qualifications and training: Becoming a Vollstreckungsbeamter requires appointment as a civil servant, followed by specialized training
In daily practice, officers travel to debtors’ premises, assess assets, coordinate with creditors, and document each