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Provide evidence in court

Provide evidence in court

Unit of competency
National Code
LGAREG002
State Code
ODA05
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/07/2021
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
02/07/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare for legal proceedings, present evidence and follow up outcomes of court proceedings. This unit applies to individuals working in local government across all job levels. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for legal proceedings.
  • 1.1. Verify court arrangements, role and involvement in legal proceedings.
  • 1.2. Prepare documentation and exhibits according to legislative and organisational requirements.
  • 1.3. Review material referred to in proceedings prior to presentation in court to ensure familiarity, completeness and availability.
  • 1.4. Confirm personal presentation, manner and language are consistent with court protocols and organisational requirements.
2. Present evidence.
  • 2.1. Observe and adhere to rules of evidence, procedures and protocols relevant to the jurisdiction involved.
  • 2.2. Give fact-based evidence in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner compliant with the rules of evidence.
  • 2.3. Make evidence required during legal proceedings available in an original form.
  • 2.4. Provide specialist opinion within own scope of expertise on request according to organisational policy.
3. Implement proceeding outcomes.
  • 3.1. Implement proceeding outcome actions according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 3.2. Complete documentation according to professional obligations in the case and organisational requirements.
  • 3.3. Seek feedback, further information and clarification of issues associated with proceedings and outcomes.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2870 LGAREGS402B Provide evidence in court Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGO7 LGA50120 Diploma of Local Government Qualification
BGO1 LGA40120 Certificate IV in Local Government Qualification