Navigate the complexities of disclosure in a data-rich environment. This essential course focuses on the rules, responsibilities, and practical steps for reviewing and disclosing digital material, mitigating the risk of non-compliance and disclosure failings in major investigations.
6 CPD points
Certificate issued
Trainer overview:
Paul brings a wealth of experience from three decades in law enforcement, having served with the West Yorkshire Police, where they achieved the rank of Detective Sergeant
Since then, Paul has worked for the National Crime Agency (NCA) and for Trading Standards.
Why join this course
To get clarity on how to handle growing volumes of digital material and meet disclosure obligations without unnecessary risk or delay.
Why this topic matters
Digital disclosure failings continue to undermine investigations and prosecutions. Investigators must be able to review, filter and record material in a way that is lawful and proportionate.
How it helps investigations
You’ll learn how to apply the disclosure test to large datasets, document your approach, and link digital reviews directly to schedules and trial strategy so your work is defensible.
Who should attend
Investigators, supervisors, digital media reviewers, disclosure officers, police/legal teams, and local authority/regulatory officers handling digital evidence.
Learning outcomes
Apply the disclosure test to large digital datasets.
Prioritise and record reviews using defensible sampling approaches.
Align digital reviews to MG6 schedules and trial strategy.
Produce clear rationales that withstand scrutiny.