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Witness Statement and Note Taking

Conduct structured, non-leading interviews to obtain reliable information.
Take clear, concise notes suitable for formal statements.
Prepare prosecution files that withstand legal and procedural scrutiny.
Convert notes into legally robust witness statements.
Adapt techniques for vulnerable witnesses, including children and trauma survivors.
Avoid errors that could undermine credibility or evidential value.
Produce records that withstand scrutiny in court, disciplinary hearings, or safeguarding cases.

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

Target audience: Investigators, enforcement professionals, social workers, HR staff, and legal teams who must record witness or victim accounts accurately.

This two-day course provides practical training in interviewing, note taking, and statement writing. Delegates learn to conduct non-leading interviews, produce accurate notes, and convert them into legally robust witness statements. Scenario-based learning develops confidence in preparing evidence that stands up to legal or disciplinary scrutiny.

Key topics and skills covered:
- Conduct structured witness interviews.
- Take accurate, comprehensive notes.
- Prepare formal statements from notes.
- Adapt approaches for vulnerable witnesses.
- Avoid common errors in documentation.

No exam or assessment applies.