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Question 1

The family liaison plan should cover…

Answer 1

A Family Liaison Plan should consider A CALORIES

• Assessing most appropriate methods of interviewing family members
• Complaints made by family and O/C Investigation’s action to resolve issues raised
• Any member of the family who may be a suspect
• Liaison with Victim Support and other services
• Objectives of family liaison
• Requests made by family which have not been agreed to, and reasons
• Information to be released to and withheld from the family
• Exit plan for FLO
• Selection of FLO

Question 2

Purpose of the file manager

Answer 2

Responsibilities of File Manager: A SAMOA ACE

• Assist with establishing and maintaining the Investigation HQ
• Support the 2IC by reading all documents for the purpose of highlighting important information to the 2IC
• Assist the 2IC with identification and recording of evidential material
• Manage the electronic and physical files relating to the investigation
• Operate the paper flow and associated structure in accordance with the Serious Crime Document Management System
• Assist with preparation of prosecution file
• Assist with management of the trial
• Complete a synopsis of all documents received, excluding those relating to covert activities
• Ensure information flow throughout investigation

Question 3

Team briefing for an area canvass should cover…

Answer 3

• Advise that evidence of possible probative value must be obtained in a formal written statement, not notebook entries. Questionnaire must be endorsed if statement is taken
• Reconcile completed locations with master copy to avoid duplication
• Emphasis the need for thoroughness and that every person in every household and visitors must be seen personally
• Advise staff on:
  
  • What action to take if they believe they have identified the subject, located items of evidential value, if individuals refuse to assist
  • How to complete the correspondence flow
  • What information may and may not be disclosed during area canvass
• Summarise the situation and detail the duties and areas of responsibility of each team member
• Ensure all forms are completed and actioned as outlined
• Consider visiting canvass area to record every address and reconcile with the map
• Stress that the questionnaire is only a guide to ensure questions are asked

Question 4

Bronze level of response to victims (10)

Answer 4

• Follow police policy for crime type
• Gather information
• Ask victim about any further undisclosed offences
• Make victim support referral if appropriate
• Refer to other relevant agencies if appropriate
• Ask if they’d like a support person
• Discuss crime prevention
• Send information letter with prevention advice if appropriate
• Conduct area enquiries in ‘cocoon’ area and provide crime prevention advice
• In an ongoing case, ask how they’d like to receive communication and how often

Question 5

Silver response to victims (5)

Answer 5

• Bronze response and;
• Referral to relevant partner agency if appropriate
• Face to face crime prevention visit with victim
• Follow up phone call subsequent to crime prevention visit
• Referral to tasking and coordination if required

Question 6

Gold response to victims (7)

Answer 6

• Silver response and;
• Visit by officer to - engage victim in crime prevention - update action taken regarding case - obtain consent to engage and contact neighbours/friends to keep watchful eye/’cocoon’ approach - assess victims needs
• Consider obtaining privacy waiver Costner
• Increase directs patrols in victims neighborhood
• Target hardening
• Victim intervention plan developed and implemented
• Referral to tasking and coordination

Question 7

What to consider when determining proximity

Answer 7

There is no clear definition of when an ext is proximately or immediately connected to the offence or is merely preparation. When determining proximity you must take into consideration fact, degree, common sense and the seriousness of the offence in each case and these should be looked at in their totality and each on a case by case basis

Question 8

How to rebut a charge of sec 6(6) MODA 75?

Answer 8

May be rebutted if the person is able to prove, on the balance of probabilities that they did not intend to commit a ‘dealing’ offence, notwithstanding the amount. E.g heavily addicted and needed it all for personal use.

Question 9

Proving possession of a controlled drug, the crown must prove that the defendant had…

Answer 9

• Knowledge that the drug exists
• Knowledge that it is a controlled drug
• Some degree of control over it
• An intention to possess it

Question 10

Define ‘uses in any manner’

Answer 10

The primary meaning of the word ‘use’ in relation to a firearm is to fire it, by the word ‘in any manner whatever’ widen the definition to include a range of acts that stop short of actually firing the weapon. It is sufficient that the offender has handled or manipulated the firearm so as to convey an implied threat of its use against the officer. It is not necessary for the firearm to be presented or discharged

Question 11

Define legal duty Give 3 examples

Answer 11

The expression legal duty refers to those duties imposed by statute or common law including codified law duties; E.g:

• Provide the necessaries and protect from injury
• Provide necessaries as an employer
• Avoid omissions that will endanger life

Question 12

Key difference between voluntary and involuntary manslaughter

Answer 12

Voluntary - mitigating circumstances exist even though there is an intention to kill or cause GBH

Involuntary - no intention to kill or cause GBH

Question 13

What is the role and function of an Family Liason Officer?

Answer 13

Role of Family Liaison Officer (FLO):

• Day-to-day management of partnership between family of deceased and the police investigation.
• Offers, facilitates and coordinates support that addresses the needs of the family.
• Primary function is of an investigator, not support person.
• Reports to O/C Investigation