Unit of competency Outline

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Confiscate assets

Confiscate assets

Unit of competency
National Code
POLINV010
State Code
AVN35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/03/2016
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
30/03/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required for the planning and implementation of asset confiscation operations, and includes the identification, seizure and disposal of property and assets involved in criminal activity. This includes having to refer the investigation or assets appropriation to other law enforcement agencies when required.This unit applies to those working as police officers, generally in a designated investigation role, responsible for confiscating assets. This unit is discrete and separate from other aspects of asset and evidence handling in the investigation process. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to information security, information management systems, and codes of conduct. Those undertaking this unit would demonstrate strong autonomy, making independent decisions and accessing support from a broad range of policing services. They would be required to possess strong decision making and problem solving skills, leadership abilities and advanced communication skills. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply knowledge of legislation and investigation practices
  • 1.1 Describe links between investigations and the confiscation of assets.
  • 1.2 Identify legislation applicable to confiscation of assets within police investigations.
  • 1.3 Distinguish legal terminology related to different aspects of asset confiscation.
  • 1.4 Assess the investigation in accordance with legislation in order to identify potential referral.
2. Plan a confiscation of assets operation
  • 2.1 Assess the nature and context of the investigation to identify potential assets for confiscation.
  • 2.2 Develop confiscation plan to evaluate the feasibility and practicality of confiscating assets.
  • 2.3 Assess persons of interest within the investigation for confiscation of assets purposes.
  • 2.4 Determine provisions for safe storage and maintenance of confiscated assets.
  • 2.5 Assess confiscation plan continually to account for changing circumstances.
  • 2.6 Review confiscation plan for quality assurance purposes.
  • 2.7 Establish the ownership of assets and property for appropriation purposes.
3. Appropriate and dispose of assets
  • 3.1 Estimate the quantity and potential value of assets for appropriation purposes.
  • 3.2 Establish links between the asset and ownership through further investigation.
  • 3.3 Collect documentation in support of links established between assets and ownership.
  • 3.4 Prepare required documentation for appropriation and protection of assets.
  • 3.5 Determine whether assets are to be seized or restrained for appropriation purposes.
  • 3.6 Apply asset seizure or restraining procedures for appropriation purposes.
  • 3.7 Undertake actions associated with court orders relating to disposal and appropriation of assets.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WJ090 PUAPOL031B Confiscate assets Unit of competency
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