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.
Before becoming U.S. Marshals, candidates must go to the United States Marshals Service Training Academy, which is located in Georgia. The U.S. Marshals Training Academy provides a curriculum that teaches candidates about defense, legal issues, firearms, first aid, and surveillance.