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Investigations Case Management Checklist Template

Streamline your investigations with our comprehensive case management checklist. Ensure thoroughness, compliance, and clear documentation every step of the way - from initial intake to final resolution. Download now and elevate your investigative processes!

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Initial Intake & Assessment

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Steps to complete upon receiving a new case, including preliminary interviews and data gathering.

Case Summary/Initial Description

Date of Initial Contact

Source of Referral

Suspect/Subject Age

Potential Risk Factors (Select all that apply)

Preliminary Interview Notes

Evidence Collection & Preservation

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Procedures for securing, cataloging, and maintaining the integrity of evidence.

Evidence Item Description

Quantity of Item

Date of Collection

Time of Collection

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Collection Location

Supporting Photos/Videos

Condition of Evidence (e.g., sealed, damaged)

Chain of Custody Details

Witness Interviews & Statements

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Guidelines for conducting interviews, documenting statements, and managing witness contact.

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Witness Statement Summary

Witness Cooperation Level

Key Points & Observations

Audio/Video Recording (if applicable)

Interviewing Officer Signature

Witness Contact Information (Phone Number)

Background Checks & Due Diligence

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Process for conducting necessary background checks and verifying information.

Type of Background Check Requested

Number of Prior Addresses Verified

Date Background Check Initiated

Notes on Verification Efforts

Verification Source (e.g., NICS, Department of Records)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Verification Reports)

Legal Review & Consultation

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Steps for involving legal counsel and obtaining legal advice.

Date of Initial Legal Consultation

Summary of Legal Consultation – Key Advice & Recommendations

Legal Counsel Assigned

Estimated Legal Fees (Initial)

Specific Legal Questions Posed and Responses Received

Legal Strategy Approved?

Reporting & Documentation

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Requirements for documenting findings, preparing reports, and maintaining a case file.

Case Summary & Findings

Report Submission Date

Number of Exhibits Attached

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Interviews, Records)

Report Classification (e.g., Preliminary, Final, Amendment)

Recommendations for Next Steps

Security & Confidentiality

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Protocols to safeguard sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Data Encryption Method

Access Control Level

Data Sharing Permissions

Last Security Audit Date

Security Incident Report Summary (if applicable)

Authorized Security Reviewer Signature

Case Escalation & Coordination

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Process for escalating cases and coordinating with relevant parties.

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Escalation Level

Reason for Escalation

Priority Level (1-10)

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Location of Escalation Meeting (if applicable)

Closure & Archiving

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Steps for formally closing the case and archiving relevant documents.

Case Closure Date

Summary of Case Resolution

Case Outcome Category

Total Case Costs (Final)

Final Report/Documentation Upload

Investigator Signature

Notes Regarding Case Archiving (e.g., storage location, retention schedule)

Compliance & Audit Trail

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Ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, and maintaining an audit trail of actions taken.

Initial Compliance Review Date

Compliance Score (if applicable)

Applicable Regulations/Laws

Summary of Compliance Review Findings

Compliance Officer Signature

Date of Last Audit

Policies Reviewed

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