Case File Preparation (A Practical Guide to Disclosure)

Overview

This course will equip delegates with the requisite up to date understanding of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and other relevant legislation and how to practically compile relevant case file information in accordance with the legal framework. Delegates will analyse the contents of various types of legal case files, including the summary of evidence, schedules of witnesses and exhibits etc. This course will enhance the delegates’ knowledge of their role and responsibility around disclosure and will include managing evidence, non-sensitive unused material and sensitive material.

This course offers both theoretical and practical training to Investigators preparing cases for advocates to present at court. Delegates will gain the knowledge and skills to produce comprehensive case files which contain all the relevant documentation and information required for a range of hearings.

This course will enable you to

• Produce structured case files which underpin the fundamental principles of CPIA ensuring professional disclosure and case file management.
• Identify and present case files which contain the appropriate content required for successful prosecution.
• Follow a strategy for completing all case files (Advice-Expedited-Full Evidential) ensuring all relevant documentation is considered and disclosed.
• Apply considered and enlightened judgment in relation to appropriate disclosure of relevant material, identifying and managing material of a potentially sensitive nature.
• Construct a comprehensive, relevant case file which enables either an in-house or independent Lawyer to prepare the case for presentation at a preliminary hearing or trial.

Who is the Course aimed at

Anyone who needs to prepare cases for advocates to present at court for various types of hearings.