Witnesses

Question 1

Witnesses at scene

Answer 1

plan made to preserve and recover all physical evidence from the witness (DNA, fingerprints, clothing, fibres, body fluids, any other material)

Question 2

what might a witness prelim lead to

Answer 2

early ID and arrest of suspect
recovery of evidence
prevention of disposal or destruction of evidence
prevention of further offences

Question 3

purpose of risk assessment for a witness

Answer 3

to establish the extent the witness might be at risk of intimidation or physical harm

Question 4

Alibi witness

Answer 4

make enquires to determine the veracity of the alibi
conduct enquiries on alibi witnesses
forward the results of the enquires to the crown

Question 5

how to refresh a witnesses memory

Answer 5

reading any previously signed statements or interview transcripts

Question 6

initial witness assessment

Answer 6

does the witness require special consideration
any needs the witness has for special assistance
availability of the witness
the optimum approach to be taken with the witness

Question 7

witness control

Answer 7

ensure the witnesses dont have any contact or communication with jurors
discus the case in public areas while waiting to give evidence
discus the case with other witnesses while waiting to give evidence

Question 8

witness intimidation

Answer 8

by maintaining contact with witnesses, police will be more likely to became aware of any threats, intimation or interference and can arrange for appropriate action to be taken such as initiating the witness protection program