Assessor Resource

PUAPOLGD009A
Manage involvement in the judicial process

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit supports the preparation of judicial documents, the managing of witnesses, the monitoring of persons of interest, the ability to liaise with and assist the prosecuting authority and an understanding of court and/or post-court procedures.

This unit covers the competency required to prepare and manage evidence, witnesses and persons of interest for the relevant judicial authority in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

apply organisational policies and procedures in effectively preparing and managing evidence, witnesses and person/s of interests.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and from a range of actual workplace or simulated situations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Specific resources for assessment

There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

communicate in writing (prepare briefs of evidence, exhibit register)

communicate orally (briefing, responding to questioning, listening, reflecting, establishing rapport, negotiating, resolving conflict)

implement operational safety skills

maintain an acceptable demeanour (in relation to issues such as appearance, confidence, deportment, dress standard)

make decisions and solve problems

manage computers and information

manage witness/victim, in particular by using cultural awareness skills, ethical behaviours and integrity

organise and manage time effectively

Required Knowledge

compilation of a brief of evidence

court procedures and processes

government and policy environments within which interviews will be managed

organisational goals and objectives

potential discussions with prosecuting authorities (which may be formal or informal and may occur before, during or after a trial)

potential influencing circumstances (such as likelihood of repeat offences, nature of the person of interest's antecedents, protection of witnesses, tampering with evidence)

professional standards (such as impartiality, integrity, language, respect for people and offices held, voice clarity)

relevant law (including the rules of evidence, continuity of evidence), policies and procedures

victim/witness support services

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Documents may include:

Briefs of evidence

Court brief/summary of facts

Inquest briefs

Reports or legal opinion

Requests for medical and other specialist reports

Statements/affidavits

Victim impact statements

Authorities may include:

Bail/watch house

DPP

Legal representatives

Officer in Charge

Relevant court

Liaison and support for witnesses:

Is a continuing process and will therefore take place before, during and after a trial

Support agencies are statutory or voluntary and may include:

Child welfare agencies

Counselling agencies

Court-based witness assistance

Medical services

Sexual assault units

Victims of crime associations

Monitoring person/s of interest may include:

Bail conditions

Curfew checks

Reporting conditions

Residential checks

Respondents in family court matters

Procedures may include:

People summonsed or on notice to appear

Person of interests on bail

Others subject to court orders e.g. victims/witnesses

Prosecuting authority may include:

Coroner

And assistance to the prosecuting authority may be required before, during and after court

Court procedures and processes may include:

Being advised of obligations and format for giving evidence

Being advised of the procedure for obtaining witness fees

Being kept informed of investigation/court status

Post-court procedures may include:

Discussion of possible appeal

Implementation of judicial orders such as for confiscation or destruction of property

Relevant parties to be notified may include:

Aboriginal legal aid

Defence forces

Foreign embassies

Government departments

Internal and external agencies

Other police

Parents/care givers

Victim

Witness

Proceedings and protocols may include:

Judicial and quasi judicial tribunals

Rules of court

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Elements/points of proof are comprehensively and accurately included into briefs of evidence 
Jurisdictional/court required document formats and presentation standards are complied with 
Jurisdictional legal rules of evidence for briefs of evidence are complied with 
Documents are forwarded to persons/authorities within required timeframe 
Safety and security of victims and witness evidence is maintained at all times 
Requirements of disclosure are complied with in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Witnesses are identified and informed of judicial processes in accordance with organisational policy 
Court appearances for witnesses are arranged, including transport, accommodation and security where appropriate 
Liaison with and support of victims/witnesses is maintained in line with organisational policy 
Witnesses are prepared in an ethical manner to enable them to present their evidence in court where required 
Victims/witnesses are referred to support agencies in accordance with organisational policy 
Witness summonses are arranged and served, in accordance with organisational policy/jurisdictional law, to ensure witness attendance at courts where required 
Procedures are followed to ensure compliance of person/s of interest with court requirements 
Appropriate authorities and parties are clearly advised in a timely manner of bail conditions, further proceedings and court requirements 
Documentation is provided promptly and accurately to support the prosecution's case 
Informal and formal communication channels are maintained with prosecuting authority 
Judicial guidelines, protocols and legal requirements are observed and adhered to at all times 
Briefs of evidence and other documents are acted upon in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 
Property and exhibits are returned or disposed of in accordance with organisational policies and procedures where required 
Relevant parties are notified of court results in accordance with organisational requirements 
Where required, avenues of possible further action are constructively and objectively discussed with a prosecuting authority 
Proceedings and protocols relevant to the jurisdiction involved are adhered to throughout the proceedings 

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