To provide delegates with the opportunity to examine current legislation using case studies, allowing them to develop rigorous and ethical approaches to successful investigation and prosecution.
University Credits 12 Level One.

Course Aims

To provide delegates with the opportunity to examine current legislation using case studies, allowing them to develop rigorous and ethical approaches to successful investigation and prosecution.

Who Should Attend

All personnel charged with a duty of investigation that may lead to formal hearings before discipline boards, tribunals or courts.

Learning Outcomes

• ? Develop ethical approaches to investigation
• ? Describe the legislation appropriate to their field
• ? Understand the impact of Human Rights legislation
• ? Comply with Data Protection legislation
• ? Define the implications of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act
• ? Define the application of relevant Code of Practice under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act
• ? Develop working practices that comply with disclosure rules, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act
• ? Plan investigations to take account of all potential evidence trails
• ? Identify and develop professional and accountable procedures