Private bailiffs as partners of the Serbian state
International Journal of Public Sector Management
ISSN: 0951-3558
Article publication date: 22 February 2013
Abstract
Purpose
In a 2011 law, Serbia included the private sector in enforcement procedures implemented by private bailiffs in addition to those appointed by the court. The purpose of this paper is to determine whether this situation is a form of public‐private partnership. Analyzing the causes of court enforcement crises, this paper establishes whether this step was necessary.
Design/methodology/approach
In the development of this paper, normative, sociological, dogmatic and axiological methodologies have been used.
Findings
The introduction of private bailiffs into civil enforcement is a unique public‐private partnership, necessary and justified since it removes all causes of crises in the Serbian system of enforcement.
Practical implications
It is more likely that Serbian citizens will entrust enforcement to private bailiffs.
Social implications
This paper contributes to understanding private bailiffs' roles in Serbian society and builds a positive attitude toward this public‐private partnership.
Originality/value
In this paper, public‐private partnership is examined from a new viewpoint and expands cases where the private sector is included from court sanctions. The paper contributes to a better understanding of the institution of private bailiffs, explains its role in the settlement of Serbian enforcement crises and suggests connections between the institution and strengthening the economy.
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Citation
Planojević, N. (2013), "Private bailiffs as partners of the Serbian state", International Journal of Public Sector Management, Vol. 26 No. 2, pp. 127-134. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513551311317997
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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