Prosecution file and trial preparation - Police Manual chapter

Date Published: 
February 2024

This chapter explains the file order for prosecution files commenced under the Criminal Procedure Act 2011. The order changes depending on which stage the matter is at in the prosecution process, i.e., first appearance; case review stage; Judge‐alone trial; jury trial.

Notebooks and jobsheets - Police Manual chapter

Date Published: 
March 2025

The Police notebook is an essential tool of trade for a Police Officer. It is, in effect, a diary of times, dates, places, people and events. It records duties, who was spoken to, observations, sketch plans, action taken, statements, capture signatures, decisions made and initial interview notes.

Association offences - Police Manual chapter

Date Published: 
February 2024

This chapter outlines secondary offences associated to a principal offence. An association offence is one where there are two or more participants involved in the offence.