As a law enforcement officer, you are the first link in the evidentiary chain. Your actions, reports, and conduct are often the basis upon which prosecutors build their cases. This training will clarify your obligation to truthfully document, preserve, and disclose information that may be favorable to a defendant, including evidence that could be used to impeach your credibility.
Topics include:
- Brady-Giglio standards and how they apply to law enforcement
- Definitions of exculpatory and impeachment evidence
- Officer misconduct and its required disclosure to prosecutors
- Chain of custody and documentation standards
- Consequences of nondisclosure for officers, departments, and cases
Completion of this course certifies awareness of your legal and ethical duties and provides tools for institutional compliance and personal protection.
