AVAILABLE TO INDIVIDUALS WORKING IN WALES, UK ONLY
This counter-allegations course aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to effectively respond to false or misleading claims. The primary objectives are to help participants understand legal frameworks, gather evidence, and build a robust defense strategy to protect their reputation and rights.
Course Outline:
- Understanding the Dynamics: An exploration of what constitutes domestic abuse, controlling and coercive behavior, and the complexities of cases where both parties make allegations.
- Identifying the Primary Perpetrator: Learning to look beyond a single incident and analyze the overall pattern, severity, and duration of behavior to determine who the primary aggressor is. This may involve examining typologies of abusive relationships and resistance strategies.
- Gathering and Assessing Evidence: A focus on how to collect and evaluate various forms of evidence, such as first-contact statements, body-worn footage, and independent witness accounts, to build a comprehensive picture of the situation.
- Legal and Professional Frameworks: A review of relevant legislation and statutory guidance, including how to respond to allegations within established professional protocols.
Course Objectives:
- To understand the complexities of cases involving dual allegations of domestic abuse.
- To develop the skills to identify the primary perpetrator and victim in a relationship.
- To learn how to gather and assess evidence effectively to support a robust defense strategy or inform an accurate assessment.
- To gain confidence in applying professional and legal frameworks to navigate these challenging situations.
