This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out prosecution procedures for a magistrate’s court up to the stage of a plea being entered.

The unit applies to individuals who work as fisheries compliance officers and adjudicate a brief to determine if charges are to be laid, attend the magistrate’s court and complete all associated administrative tasks, including responding to defence applications and submissions. Fisheries compliance officers may not undertake prosecution duties in some states and territories.

Regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.