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Execute process

Execute process

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPCRT020
State Code
AWW24
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
091101 - Justice Administration
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to execute or attempt to execute warrants, orders or writs as directed by the court, for civil and criminal processing. It includes completing preliminary requirements and using notes to give evidence.This unit applies to those working within the court system operating under procedures set by the court.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 set by the court.Those undertaking this unit would generally work independently with occasional supervisory responsibilities. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Complete preliminary requirements prior to execution of process
  • 1.1 Endorse warrants with time and date, determine priorities for execution where multiple warrants are issued against the same judgement debtor and/or defendant.
  • 1.2 Enter details of process to be executed into data system.
  • 1.3 Check warrants prior to execution to confirm requirements, details of judgement debtor and/or defendant, accompanying documents and time and/or date of issue.
  • 1.4 Determine potential risk in advance and any assistance required to execute process.
  • 1.5 Deal with stays of action.
2. Execute or attempt to execute process
  • 2.1 Locate judgement debtor and/or defendant in order to make a demand for payment.
  • 2.2 Attend location as instructed by the court, and confirm identity of the judgement debtor and/or defendant.
  • 2.3 Structure and deliver statements.
  • 2.4 Seize property belonging to the judgement debtor and/or defendant if unable to satisfy the debt.
  • 2.5 Maintain safety of self and others and arrange for assistance if required.
  • 2.6 Record claims of ownership of seized property by persons other than the judgement debtor and/or defendant, and advise them of the process to progress their claim.
  • 2.7 Assess value and types of seized property.
  • 2.8 Arrange for custodianship or removal, storage, maintenance, or sale of seized property.
3. Use notes to give evidence
  • 3.1 Complete documentation if process cannot be executed, and determine follow-up action.
  • 3.2 Complete and sign inventories and documentation relating to seizures.
  • 3.3 Deal with monies seized or received in satisfaction of a writ, update data system and complete organisational records.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
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State Code National Code Title Type
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