Implementing an effective evidence management system is key to establish a reliable and efficient system for recording and managing items seized by the Palestinian Civilian Police (PCP) when combat illicit activities.

To further develop the PCP’s performance, EUPOL COPPS handed over IT material to the PCP’s IT department, on 11 May in Ramallah. The material is destined to units including the Family Juvenile Protection, Criminal Investigations and Internal Security.

The IT material included 27 laptops, 20 tablets, 28 printers and 3 projectors.

This kind of needs-based support aims at enhancing evidence traceability, increase transparency in police procedures, strengthen the legal security and the integrity of investigations.

Among the objectives of the EUPOL COPPS’ led project is the digitisation of key processes for evidence handling and establish standardised procedures to improve the efficiency of criminal investigations. These elements are key to build trust between the society and the police.