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MG6A RECORD OF PRE-INTERVIEW BRIEFING
The purpose of this form is:
To enable officers to document any pre-interview briefing given to a suspect’s solicitor or legal representative.
Whilst the MG6B is primarily intended for recording police/police staff misconduct, it may also be used for staff from other prosecuting agencies as appropriate.
MG6B POLICE OFFICER/STAFF MISCONDUCT RECORD
The purpose of this form is to advise the CPS of instances where a police officer (including special constables) or member of police staff involved in the case has:
A criminal conviction or caution
Been charged with a criminal offence
Been subject of an adverse judicial finding
A relevant misconduct outcome recorded or has been notified of a requirement to attend a misconduct meeting/hearing.
There is no requirement to complete a negative MG6B (or equivalent) to prove that an individual has no such matters against him/her.
Where an officer or member of police staff has any doubt as to whether this form should be completed they are advised to consult the Professional Standards Dept of the relevant force before doing so.
Each completed form should be individually signed and dated.
Detail whether the item is attached on the file or stored elsewhere. State precisely where the item can be found/located.
Description – items should be fully described in a clear, detailed and accurate manner to help the prosecutor determine whether the material might fall to be disclosed.
If the item is difficult to copy, the prosecutor should consider allowing inspection by the defence where disclosure is required.