CPIA & Digital Disclosure Essentials

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Master the crucial legal requirements for disclosure in the digital age. This course provides essential, up-to-date training on the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and best practices for managing electronic evidence, ensuring compliance and robust case preparation.

• 6 CPD points
• Certificate of Attendance 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

Disclosure remains one of the biggest pressure points in modern investigations.

This course gives you up-to-date confidence in your CPIA duties and the practical skills needed to manage digital material properly from the start of an enquiry.

Why this topic is important

Investigators now work with huge volumes of electronic evidence.

Courts and prosecutors expect decisions to be recorded clearly and reviewed consistently. Strong CPIA knowledge reduces avoidable risk and keeps cases on track.

How it helps investigations

You’ll learn how to assess material, produce defensible schedules and create a workable disclosure strategy.

The focus is on practical, operational steps that prevent late revelations, missed leads and unnecessary case failures.

Target audience

Police investigators, disclosure officers, case builders, regulatory teams, digital specialists and anyone responsible for reviewing or scheduling evidential material.

Learning outcomes:
Explain core CPIA duties and roles.
Build a disclosure strategy and complete schedules to a defensible standard.
Triage and record digital material (what to keep, what to reveal).
Avoid common pitfalls that collapse cases (late revelation, poor reviews).