CPIA Disclosure

Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996

Our course is designed to ensure compliance with the law relating to the management of material gathered during criminal investigations - material distinct from that which is used as evidence to prove a case.

Failed prosecutions are often associated with non-compliance with this legislation via its link to Article 6 of the Human Rights Act which is concerned with right to a Fair Trial and opportunity to prepare a proper defence.

Appropriate training minimises the risk of failed prosecutions and their consequences in terms of costs, compensation claims, forced disclosure of sensitive information and reputational harm.

Target audience

Those involved in criminal investigations

Aim

To enable delegates to comply with disclosure in accordance with CPIA 1996

Outcomes

On course completion, delegates should be able to:

  • identify when legislation applies
  • understand the association with Article 6 Right to a Fair Trial and abuse of process arguments by the defence
  • use Codes of Practice
  • define roles within disclosure process and identify stage they should be established
  • identify “relevant” unused material
  • identify sensitive and non-sensitive material
  • complete sensitive, non-sensitive material schedules and disclosure officer declaration
  • prevent disclosure of sensitive information and investigation methodology
  • identify unused material that may assist defence or undermine prosecution
  • perform disclosure process to prosecutor and defence
  • understand defence statement requirements and inferences that can be drawn
  • manage practical issues such as joint working, management of large and complex volumes of material, expert witness material and third party material
  • explain relationship of CPIA with PII (Public Interest Immunity)
  • refer to recent case studies to identify best practice and consequences of failure to comply with Act

Delivery method

PowerPoint presentation, flipchart explanation, group discussion, individual tuition and practical exercises

Duration

1 day

Open courses

20 September 2011: Manchester Airport - £120
18 October 2011: Exeter Airport - £120
3 November 2011: Birmingham Longbridge - £110
16 November 2011: Barbican London - £145

course location details
open course booking
Book 3 places at same venue and get a 50% discount for the third delegate

Associated courses

PACE
Evidence and exhibits
Case paper preparation

Information service

CPIA & Disclosure support information
Support information for investigators on disclosure and the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996