Checklists, guides and support (Appendix C)

Summary

This section of the Authorised Professional Practice provides checklists, guides, and support resources for police officers dealing with domestic abuse cases. It emphasizes various stages of police engagement, including risk management, safeguarding, initial contact, first response, and evidence gathering. Officers are encouraged to employ structured approaches, utilizing checklists that guide their actions in managing risk, ensuring victim safety, and gathering evidence effectively. The resources are designed to help officers navigate complex situations involving domestic abuse, ensuring a comprehensive response that prioritizes victim welfare and supports legal processes.

Key principles

• 1Utilize a structured approach to manage risk and ensure safety.
• 2Involve multi-agency partnerships for effective case management.
• 3Ensure all actions are documented and communicated clearly.
• 4Adapt responses based on individual case needs and complexities.
• 5Regularly review risk assessments throughout the case process.

Defined terms

MARAC

Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences for Domestic Abuse.

DVPN

Domestic Violence Protection Notice.

DVPO

Domestic Violence Protection Order.

IDVA

Independent Domestic Violence Advisers.

HBA

Honour-based abuse.

PNC

Police National Computer.

PND

Police National Database.

ViSOR

Violent and Sexual Offenders Register.