Unit of competency Outline
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Support the judicial process
Support the judicial process
Unit of competency
National Code
SFICOMP315A
SFICOMP315A
State Code
D9191
D9191
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/02/2012
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
29/02/2012
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency involves preparing and managing evidence, witnesses and offenders for the relevant judicial authority, including presenting evidence and following up on the outcomes of proceedings.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Therefore it will be necessary to check with the relevant state or territory regulators for current licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements before undertaking this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and forward court documents
- 1.1. Elements/points of proof are comprehensively and accurately included into briefs of evidence.
- 1.2. Jurisdictional court required document formats and presentation standards are complied with.
- 1.3. Briefs of evidence comply with the jurisdiction's legal rules of evidence.
- 1.4. Documents are forwarded to persons/authorities within required timeframe.
- 1.5. The safety and security of witness evidence is maintained at all times.
2. Manage witnesses
- 2.1. Witnesses are identified and court appearances arranged, including transport and accommodation, where required.
- 2.2. Witness summonses are arranged and served, in accordance with jurisdictional law, to ensure witness attendance at courts.
- 2.3. Liaison and support of witnesses is maintained before, during and after the trial.
- 2.4. Witnesses are prepared in an ethical manner to enable them to present their evidence in court.
- 2.5. Witness protection procedures are implemented, as necessary.
3. Monitor offenders
- 3.1. Documentation used in the monitoring of offenders is completed in compliance with court requirements
- 3.2. Procedures for monitoring offenders are in compliance with court requirements.
- 3.3. Appropriate authorities and parties are clearly advised in a timely manner of bail conditions, further proceedings and the court's requirements.
- 3.4. Procedures are implemented to ensure compliance of offenders with court requirements.
4. Liaise with and assist prosecuting authority
- 4.1. Arrangements, role and involvement in proceedings are confirmed.
- 4.2. Documentation is provided promptly and accurately to support the prosecution's case.
- 4.3. Informal and formal communication channels are maintained with the prosecuting authority.
- 4.4. Judicial guidelines, protocols and legal requirements are observed and adhered to at all times.
5. Present evidence
- 5.1. Proceedings and protocols relevant to the jurisdiction involved are adhered to throughout the proceedings.
- 5.2. Rules of evidence relevant to the jurisdiction are adhered to.
- 5.3. Demeanour is appropriate and evidence is presented to professional standards.
- 5.4. Considered expert evidence is consistent with qualifications and expertise and is provided on request.
6. Undertake post-court procedures and follow up outcomes of proceedings
- 6.1. Briefs of evidence and other documents are acted upon.
- 6.2. Property and exhibits are returned or disposed of.
- 6.3. Relevant parties are notified of court results in a timely manner.
- 6.4. Where required, avenues of possible further action are constructively and objectively discussed with a prosecuting authority.
- 6.5. The outcomes of the proceedings are noted and filed, and reports completed.
- 6.6. Any required actions are implemented.
RANGE STATEMENT
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Documents may include:
court brief/summary of facts
items or briefs of evidence
logs
media footage
photographs
radio/telephone records
reports of incidents
reports, legal opinion and other specialist reports
statements
statements/affidavits.
Witnesses may include:
bystanders and experts
those directly involved.
Court preparation 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.
Witness protection procedures may be undertaken by:
specialised section for the case officer and may include bail conditions imposed on the offender.
Documentation used in the monitoring of offenders may include:
bail reports/advice
fact sheets
field reports
reporting cards.
Procedures for monitoring offenders may refer to:
bail conditions
curfew checks
reporting conditions
residential checks.
Appropriate authorities and parties to be advised include:
bail/watch house Officer in Charge
the court.
Liaison with the prosecuting authority may be:
formal or informal and occur before, during or after a trial.
Arrangements, role and involvement may include:
confirmation of evidence required to be presented
confirmation of time
date and location of proceedings.
Proceedings may include:
judicial and quasi-judicial tribunals
rules of court.
Demeanour may include:
appearance
confidence
deportment
dress standard.
Professional standards may include:
concise and articulate manner
impartiality
integrity
language
respect for people and offices held
voice clarity.
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:
government departments
internal and external agencies
other fisheries officers
the witness or witnesses.
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Documents may include:
court brief/summary of facts
items or briefs of evidence
logs
media footage
photographs
radio/telephone records
reports of incidents
reports, legal opinion and other specialist reports
statements
statements/affidavits.
Witnesses may include:
bystanders and experts
those directly involved.
Court preparation 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.
Witness protection procedures may be undertaken by:
specialised section for the case officer and may include bail conditions imposed on the offender.
Documentation used in the monitoring of offenders may include:
bail reports/advice
fact sheets
field reports
reporting cards.
Procedures for monitoring offenders may refer to:
bail conditions
curfew checks
reporting conditions
residential checks.
Appropriate authorities and parties to be advised include:
bail/watch house Officer in Charge
the court.
Liaison with the prosecuting authority may be:
formal or informal and occur before, during or after a trial.
Arrangements, role and involvement may include:
confirmation of evidence required to be presented
confirmation of time
date and location of proceedings.
Proceedings may include:
judicial and quasi-judicial tribunals
rules of court.
Demeanour may include:
appearance
confidence
deportment
dress standard.
Professional standards may include:
concise and articulate manner
impartiality
integrity
language
respect for people and offices held
voice clarity.
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:
government departments
internal and external agencies
other fisheries officers
the witness or witnesses.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm ability to:
support the judicial process through:
preparation of brief of evidence
issuing summonses to witnesses
ensuring witnesses are available and prepared
presenting evidence
following up on post-proceeding matters.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional procedures and protocols
legislation relevant to the jurisdiction and the proceeding.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted on the job or in a simulated environment.
A simulated environment must reflect a work environment with case materials, witnesses, court protocols and procedures, judicial forms and legal personnel.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
written or oral short-answer testing
practical exercises or role-plays
observation of practical demonstration.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm ability to:
support the judicial process through:
preparation of brief of evidence
issuing summonses to witnesses
ensuring witnesses are available and prepared
presenting evidence
following up on post-proceeding matters.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional procedures and protocols
legislation relevant to the jurisdiction and the proceeding.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted on the job or in a simulated environment.
A simulated environment must reflect a work environment with case materials, witnesses, court protocols and procedures, judicial forms and legal personnel.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
written or oral short-answer testing
practical exercises or role-plays
observation of practical demonstration.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAR96 | SFICPL304 | Support the judicial process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D622 | SFI30411 | Certificate III in Fisheries Compliance | Qualification |