Att L_Crosswalk of Changes (Law Enforcement)

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Overview

LEQ2012 Original
LE2015 Revision
Eliminated Items
Completely New Items
Revision_wComparison
Complete Comparison

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Sheet 1: LEQ2012 Original

	General Questions
	G01. Did you participate in the original investigation of this event? Up to five respondents can be captured using the items below. Coding should reflect actual participant number up to five.
	G01a. Respondent 1	G01b. Respondent 2	G01c. Respondent 3	G01d. Respondent 4	G01e. Respondent 5
	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes
	2=no	2=no	2=no	2=no	2=no
	7=not applicable	7=not applicable	7=not applicable	7=not applicable	7=not applicable
	8=unknown	8=unknown	8=unknown	8=unknown	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer	9=refused to answer	9=refused to answer	9=refused to answer	9=refused to answer
	_	_	_	_	_
	*If respondent did not participate in the original investigation, skip to Question #G03, page P3 .... otherwise, proceed with Question #G02
	G02. What role(s) did you play in the investigation?
	G02a. Respondent 1 Code later
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	G02b. Respondent 2 Code later
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	G02c. Respondent 3 Code later
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	G02d. Respondent 4 Code later
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	G02e. Respondent 5 Code later
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	G03. Where did the injury event occur?
	Read options
	1= on school property
	2= on the way to or from the campus*
	3= at an off-campus school-sponsored event*
	4= on the way to or from a school sponsored event*
	6= other* (specify..............................................................................................)
	8= unknown*
	9= refused to answer
			_
	*If option 1 is selected, proceed to Question #S01
	*If option 3 is selected, skip to Question # SOC01, page 6
	*If option 2, 4, or 6 are selected, skip to Question #E03, page P10
	QUESTIONS about the school (for events occurring on school property)
	S01. Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	S02. During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services---
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
		Code
	S02.a) At any time during school hours
	S02.b) While students were arriving and/or leaving
	S02.c) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)
	S02.d) When school/school activities not occurring
	S02.e) Other (please specify)
	S03. At the time when the event occurred did the school use full-time security personnel? _
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If school did not use full-time security personnel, skip to Question #S04 otherwise, proceed with Question #S03.a [If no, SKIP TO S04]
	S03.a Number of School Resource Officers/Sworn Law Enforcement Officers __
	S03.b Number of Private Security Officers __
	S04. Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Measure		Location or Type of Measure	Code
	S04.a) Walk Through Metal Detectors
	S04.a1)		If yes, how often?
			1 Daily
			2 2 to 3 times per week
			3 Weekly
			4 Biweekly
			5 As warranted
			6 Never
	S04.a2)		Where were the walk through metal detectors used?
			S04a2.a) Main entry
			S04a.2b) Secondary entries
			SS04a2.c) Other
			Specify
	S04.b) Hand Held Metal Detectors
	S04.b1)		If yes, how often?
			1 Daily
			2 2 to 3 times per week
			3 Weekly
			4 Biweekly
			5 As warranted
			6 Never
	S04.b2)		Where were the walk through metal detectors used?
			S04b2.a) Main entry
			S04b2.b) Secondary entries
			S04b2.c) Other
			Specify
	S04.c) Surveillance Cameras
	S04.c1)		If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply)
			1 on school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 While classes were being held
			3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 During class changes
			5 immediately after school
			6 During after school practice or detention
			5 After official activities
			6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
			7 Cameras only used as visual detterent
	S04.c2)		Where were the surveillance cameras used?
			S04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior
			S04c2.b) Athletic areas
			S04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior
			S04c2.d) Corridors
			S04c2.e) Other
			Specify
	S04.d) Communication Devices
			S04d.1) 2-way radios
			S04d.2) 2-way intercom in most classrooms
			S04d.3) Other
			Specify
	S04.e) Access Restrictions
		S04e.1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff
		S04e.2) Intrusion Alarm Systems
	S04.e3)		If yes, where?
			S04e3.a) Main building(s) / areas
			S04e3.b) Parking lot(s)
			S04e3.c) Other
			Specify
	S04.e4)		If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply)
			1 on school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 While classes were being held
			3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 During class changes
			5 immediately after school
			6 During after school practice or detention
			5 After official activities
			6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
	skip to Question #E01, page P9 .
	QUESTIONS about the off-campus school sponsored event
	SOC01. Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	SOC02. During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services at selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If school did not use paid law enforcement or security services, skip to Question # SOC04 otherwise, proceed with Question # SOC03 [If no, SKIP TO S18]
	SOC03a . Please indicate the nNumber of Sworn Law Enforcement Officers used. _ _
	D o NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-∞=actual number
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	SOC03b. Please indicate the Number of Private Security Officers used __Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-∞=actual number
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	SOC04. Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Measure		Location or Type of Measure	Code
	SOC04.a) Walk Through Metal Detectors
	SOC04.a1)		If yes, how often?
			1 Daily
			2 2 to 3 times per week
			3 Weekly
			4 Biweekly
			5 As warranted
			6 Never
	SOC04.a2)		Where were the walk through metal detectors used?
			SOC04a2.a) Main entry
			SOC04a2.b) Secondary entries
			SOC04a2.c) Other
			Specify
	SOC04.b) Hand Held Metal Detectors
	SOC04.b1)		If yes, how often?
			1 Daily
			2 2 to 3 times per week
			3 Weekly
			4 Biweekly
			5 As warranted
			6 Never
	SOC04.b2)		Where were the walk through metal detectors used?
			SOC04b2.a) Main entry
			SOC04b2.b) Secondary entries
			SOC04b2.c) Other
			Specify
	SOC04.c) Surveillance Cameras
	SOC04.c1)		If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply)
			1 on school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 While classes were being held
			3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 During class changes
			5 immediately after school
			6 During after school practice or detention
			5 After official activities
			6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
			7Cameras only used as visual detterent
	SOC04.c2)		Where were the surveillance cameras used?
			SOC04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior
			SOC04c2.b) Athletic areas
			SOC04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior
			SOC04c2.d) Corridors
			SOC04c2.e) Other
			Specify
	SOC04.d) Communication Devices
			SOC04d.1) 2-way radios
			SOC04d.2) 2-way intercom in most classrooms
			SOC04d.3) Other
			Specify
	SOC04e) Access Restrictions
		SOC04e.1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff
		SOC04e.2) Intrusion Alarm Systems
	SOC04.e3)		If yes, where?
			SOC04e3.a) Main building(s) / areas
			SOC04e3.b Parking lot(s)
			SOC04e3.c) Other
			Specify
	SOC04.e4)		If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply)
			1 on school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 While classes were being held
			3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 During class changes
			5 immediately after school
			6 During after school practice or detention
			5 After official activities
			6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
	Skip to Question #E02, page P10
	QUESTIONS about the event
	E01. Where on the campus did the injury event occur?
	Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable locations
	Location	Code
	01= in a classroom
	02= in a hallway
	03= in a cafeteria
	04= in a gymnasium
	05= in a locker room
	06= in an office
	07= in a stairwell
	08= in a restroom
	09= in a break room or lounge
	10= in an auditorium
	11= on campus lawn or gardens
	12= on sporting fields or playground
	13= in a parking lot
	14= in a driveway
	15= at a bus pickup or drop off point
	66= other indoor location
	Specify.
	67= other outdoor location
	Specify
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	After completing E01, skip to Question #E03.
	E02. Where did the off-campus injury event occur? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros
	01= on the street, sidewalk, footpath
	02= on a bus or public transport vehicle
	03= waiting for or getting on or off a bus or public transport vehicle
	04= in a privately-owned vehicle / car
	05= on private property (specify________________________)
	06= at a sporting complex (pool, stadium, off campus gym, rec center etc…)
	66= other (specify..............................................................................................)
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	E03. Which of the following best describes the context in which the injury event occurred? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros
	01= on a day when no classes or school events were held (e.g., a weekend, holiday, or an
	official school break)
	02= on a school day before classes began
	03= while classes were being held
	04= during a school assembly
	04= on a school day during lunch, recess or other break, including class changes
	05= immediately after school
	06= on a school day during after-school practice or detention
	07= on a school day after official activities
	08= at a school sporting activity
	09= at another official school-sponsored activity
	10= on the way to or from a school-sponsored activity
	66= other (specify..............................................................................................)
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	E04. What were the motives for the fatal injury?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives.
	Motive	Code
	a) single suicide
	b) suicide pact
	c) drug related
	d) gang related
	e) robbery, attempted robbery
	f) rape, attempted sex crime
	g) dispute over money or property
	h) dispute over romantic relationship
	i) dispute related to sporting event
	j) dispute, other or unspecified
	k) racially or hate crime motivated
	l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel
	m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime
	n) expressed act of terrorism
	o) random victim
	p) victim was a bystander
	q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim
	r) other
	specif y
	E05. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between the principles, etc.
	Code later
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	E06. What was the method of fatal injury?
	Read options;
	Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable methods used
	Method	Code
	01= firearm
	Specify
	02= knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	03= beaten with club, bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	04= beaten, no weapon used
	05= motor vehicle
	06= hanging/strangulation/asphyxiation by hanging
	07= poisoning, solid or liquid
	08= asphyxiation by gas
	09= other asphyxiation
	66= other
	Specify
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	E07. After a tragedy such as this people look for things, such as comments, notes, threats, or actions that took place prior to the incident that could have signaled a potential risk for this type of behavior. Which of the following did any of the offenders, or victims in the case of suicide, leave as signs that they were considering this action? Please include as many signs as you can think of even if they were things that nooneno one could have recognized as a sign at the time they happened.
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code all applicable signs.
	Sign	Code
	{E07a} notes
	{E07b} journal entry
	{E07c} sSocial media (e.g. blogs, Twitter, wall postings on social networking sites)
	{E07d} verbal threats___
	{E07e} electronic media (e.g., email messages, IM, or texts via cellphone, voice mail, video, ect.)
	{E07f} other actions (e.g., playful suggestion that person might commit act, voiced suicidal
	thoughts)
	Specify
	E08. Did anyone know about the possibility of this event before it happened? _ _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (specify........................................................................................................... )
	2=no*
	7=not applicable
	9=unknown/refused to answer
	*If option 2 is selected, skip to Question #V01, page P15
	E09. What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack?
	Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders.
	E09a.
	Code later
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	E10. What relationship did the bystander have to the perpetrator(s)?
	Read options; code written responses later
	E10a. Bystander #1	E10b. Bystander #2	E10c. Bystander #3	E10d. Bystander #4	E10e. Bystander #5
	01= relatives (specify..................)	01= relatives (specify..................)	01= relatives (specify..................)	01= relatives (specify..................)	01= relatives (specify..................)
	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner
	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend
	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate
	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff
	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate
	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance
	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers
	66= other (specify......................)	66= other (specify......................)	66= other (specify......................)	66= other (specify......................)	66= other (specify......................)
	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable
	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer
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	E11. Did the bystander share the information he or she learned of the planned violence with others?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (specify........................................................................................................... )
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	9=unknown/refused to answer
	E12. With whom was this information shared?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
	E12a.	Code
	01=no one
	02=parents
	03=other family
	04=peers
	05=school staff
	06=other medical/mental health professional
	66=other
	Specify
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	QUESTIONS about the Victim
	CaseID. Case ID Number
	To be assigned by study coordinator, record 5-digit number _ _ _ _ _
	V01. How many victims were fatally injured in this event?
	Write in actual number _ _
	V01a. Victim Number
	Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector. _
	V02. What was the date of the injury event?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
		_ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	V03. What was the time of the injury event?
	Record in military time
		_ _ _ _
	V04. What was the date of death?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
		_ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	V05. What was this victim's date of birth?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
		_ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	V06. What was this victim's age in years at the time of death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01-∞=actual age in years
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	V07. What was this victim's gender? _ _
	Do NOT read options
	1=male
	2=female
	3=transgender
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V08. What was the victim's race? _ _
	Do NOT read Options
	1	White
	2	Black or African American
	3	American Indian or Alaska Native
	4	Asian Indian
	5	Chinese
	6	Filipino
	7	Japanese
	8	Korean
	9	Vietnamese
	10	Other Asian
	11	Native Hawaiian
	12	Guamanian or Chamorro
	13	Samoan
	14	Other Pacific Islander
	15	Other (Specify) ______________
	88	Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
	99	Refused to Answer
	V09. Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? _
	(One or more categories may be selected)
	Do NOT read options
	1	Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin
	2	Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a
	3	Yes, Puerto Rican
	4	Yes, Cuban
	5	Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
	8	Unknown if victim is of Hispanic or Latino origin
	9	Refused to Answer
	V10. Which of the following best describes the victim's family structure/living arrangements at the time of death? _ _
	Read options
	01= two-parent nuclear family
	02= single parent household
	03= lives with adult relative other than parent
	04= lives with legal guardian
	05= lives independently
	06= foster care
	07= residential institution
	66= other (specify:...................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V11. Individuals often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the victim associated with any distinct peer group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused
	*If answer is no, skip to Question # V14.… otherwise, proceed with Question # V11a.
	V11a. What group(s) were they affiliated with? _ _
	Code later
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	V12. In the year prior to this event, did the victim leave an existing peer group? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes Specify____________
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V13. In the year prior to this event, did the victim join a new peer group? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes Specify____________
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V14. Did the victim use alcohol or drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If answer is not yes, skip to Question # V15 .… otherwise, proceed with Question # V14a.
	V14a. What types of substances did the victim use?
	Code later
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	V15. Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V16. At the time of death, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V17. Was the victim carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	*If no, Go to Question #V20.
	V18. At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this victim carrying?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapon	Code
	a) firearm
	Specify
	b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	c) bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	d) rope or wire
	e) other
	Specify
	V19. Where did this victim obtain these weapons?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapons source	Code
	a) from home
	specify weapon
	b) from friend or relative outside household
	specify weapon
	c) purchased for himself/herself
	specify weapon
	d) stolen
	e) home-made weapon
	f) weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon)
	g) from the victim
	specify weapon
	h) other _
	specify weapon
	V20. What was the highest grade or year of school this victim completed? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-12=last completed grades K-12
	13=high school equivalency (GED)
	14=some college or trade school
	15=college graduate or more
	16=never attended
	66=other (specify........................................................................................................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V21. What was the victim's affiliation with the school associated with this death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01=a student at this school
	02=former student at this school
	03=a student at another school
	04=a teacher at this school*
	05=administrator at this school*
	06=other staff at this school*
	07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)*
	08=family member of a student*
	09=family member of staff member
	10=resident of surrounding community*
	11=not associated with the school or community*
	12=unidentified victim*
	66=other* (specify.............................................................................................................)
	77=not applicable*
	88=unknown*
	99=refused to answer*
	*If the victim is NOT a student, gGo to Question #V26, P22.
	V22. How many years had the victim attended his or her school?
	Do NOT read options; code leading zeros
	00=less than one school year
	01-12=number of years
	13=more than 12 years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
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	V23. What extracurricular activities was the victim involved in?
	To be coded later
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	V24. Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	*If no, , not applicable, unknown, or refuse, g Go to Question #V25.
	V24a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
	Code later
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	V25. Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V25a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
	Code later
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	V26. Did any the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
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	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V26a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V27. Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V27a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V28. Did any the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V28a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V29. Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V29a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V30. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Behavior	Code
	{V30a} disobeying authority figure
	{V30b} namecalling, taunting, or teasing peers
	V30b.1 Face to face?
	V30b.2 Using Electronic means?
	{V30c} Verbal threats
	{V30d} sent written threats
	{V30e} sent electronic threats
	{V30f} Bullied peers
	{V30f} physically threatened peers
	{V30g} physically fought with peers
	{V30h} damaged another's personal property
	{V30i} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…)
	{V30j}stole another's personal property
	{V30k} truancy (skipped school)
	{V30l} possessed / used illegal substances
	{V30m}possessed a weapon
	V31. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this individual victimized in any of the following ways?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Type	Code
	{V31.a} called names by peers
	{V31.b} bullied by peers
	{V31.c} had personal property damaged or stolen
	{V31.d}verbally threatened by peers
	{V31.e}received written threats
	{V31.f} electronic threats
	{V31.g}physically threatened by peers
	{V31.h}physically assaulted by peers
	V32. At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V33. In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? _
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Services	Code
	{ V33a} guidance counseling / advising
	{ V33b} psychological counseling
	{V33c} Psychiatric or mental health services
	{V33d} social services
	{V33e} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities)
	{V33f} other services
	Specify
	V34. In the year prior to this event, was this victim ever treated for depression? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V35. Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V36. If yes, What specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
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	V37. Did this victim have a documented family history of .....
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{V37.a} alcoholism
	{V37.b} drug abuse
	{V37.c} intimate partner violence
	{V37.d.} sexual violence
	{V37.e}attempted / completed suicide
	{V37.f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	V38. Did this victim suffer
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{V38.a} physical child abuse
	{V38.b} sexual child abuse
	{V38.c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child
	{V38. d} neglect
	{V38.e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence
	{V38.f} victimization in sexual violence
	V39. To the best of your knowledge, did this victim have a suspected family history of .....
	Read only those options not confirmed above, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{V39.1} alcoholism
	{V39.2} drug abuse
	{V39.3} intimate partner violence
	{V39.4.} sexual violence
	{V39.5}attempted / completed suicide
	{V39.6} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	V40. Which of the following situations best describes this victim's death? _ _
	Read options; code leading zero
	01= single victim suicide*
	02= multiple victim suicide*
	03= single victim homicide; unknown number of offenders
	04= single victim homicide; single offender
	05= single victim homicide; multiple offenders
	06= multiple victim homicide; unknown number of offenders
	07= multiple victim homicide; single offender
	08= multiple victim homicide; multiple offenders
	09= combination murder/suicide
	10= intention undetermined
	66= other (specify........................................................................................................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V41. Do you have any knowledge that this victim had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Signs	Code
	{V41.a} Thoughts/threats of suicide
	{V41.b} Plans of suicide
	{V41.c} Previous suicide attempts
	*If no to all, skip to V44, page P27.
	V42. To whom was this suicidal behavior reported?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
		Code
	01=no one
	02=parents
	03=other family
	04=peers
	05=school staff
	06=other medical/mental health professional
	66=other
	Specify
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V43. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior?
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	V44. Did perceptions about the victim being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their victimization? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If there is more than one victim, complete a "Victim" section for each victim, starting with Question V01...Otherwise go to Question V45.
	V45. Were there any victims that suffered nonfatal injuries at the time of this event? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no* (insert prompt to skip the next set of questions)
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	*If no to all, skip to Questions on Alleged Offender #O01 Page P29
	V46. How many persons suffered non-fatal injuries at the time of this event? _ _
	01-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V47. How many victims that suffered nonfatal injuries required hospital admission? _ _
	00-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries that required hospital admission
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V48. How many alleged offenders were responsible for the victim's death?
	Do NOT read options (PROBE: alleged offender = legally charged as offender)
	0=none, death was self-inflicted
	1-5=actual number of offenders*
	6=more than 5*
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
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	*If there are no data available on any alleged offender, conclude the interview...Otherwise, complete "Offender" section, starting with question #O01 Page P29
	QUESTIONS about Alleged Offender
	CaseID. Case ID Number
	Case number is assigned by study coordinator. _ _ _ _ _
	O01.  How many alleged offenders were officially charged for this incident?
	Write in actual number. _ _
	O01a. Offender Number
	Number for this alleged offender is assigned by the primary data collector. _
	O02. What was this alleged offender's date of birth?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros, code four-digit years _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	O03. What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01-∞=actual age in years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O04. What was this alleged offender's gender? _ _
	Do NOT read options
	1=male
	2=female
	3=transgender
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O05. What was this alleged offender's race? _
	Do NOT read options
	1	White
	2	Black or African American
	3	American Indian or Alaska Native
	4	Asian Indian
	5	Chinese
	6	Filipino
	7	Japanese
	8	Korean
	9	Vietnamese
	10	Other Asian
	11	Native Hawaiian
	12	Guamanian or Chamorro
	13	Samoan
	14	Other Pacific Islander
	15	Other (Specify) ______________
	88	Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
	99	Refused to Answer
	O06. Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? _
	(One or more categories may be selected) origin?
	Do NOT read options
	1	Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin
	2	Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a
	3	Yes, Puerto Rican
	4	Yes, Cuban
	5	Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
	9	Unknown if elder is of Hispanic or Latino origin
	O07. Which of the following best describes this alleged offender's family structure or living arrangements at the time of the victim's death? _ _
	Read options
	01= two-parent nuclear family
	02= single parent household
	03= lives with adult relative other than parent
	04= lives with legal guardian
	05= lives independently
	06= foster care
	07= residential institution
	66= other (specify:...................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O08. Had this alleged offender ever been arrested before the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O09. Had this alleged offender ever been charged with a crime before the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If answer is no, skip to Question # O10 page P31.... otherwise, proceed with Question # O09a
	O09a. What types of charges did the alleged offender face?
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	O10. Youth often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the alleged offender associated with any distinct peer group?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused
	*If answer is not yes, skip to Question # O13.page P32 .... otherwise, proceed with Question # O10a
	O10a. What group(s) were they affiliated with?
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	O11. In the year prior to this event, did the offender leave an existing peer group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes Specify _________________________
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O12. In the year prior to this event, did the offender or join a new peer group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes Specify_____________
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O13. Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes Specify ___________________________
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If answer is no skip to Question # O14..  . otherwise, proceed with Question # O13a.
	O13a. What types of substances did the alleged offender use?
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	O14. Was there evidence that this alleged offender was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O15. At the time of death, was the alleged offender perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O16. What was the relationship of this alleged offender to the victim? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later
	01= relatives (specify..................)
	02= romantic partner
	03= close friend
	04= classmate
	05= faculty/staff
	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate
	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance
	08= strangers
	66= other (specify......................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O17. Was this alleged offender carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	*If no, Skip to Question #O20, page P34_.
	O18. At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this alleged offender carrying?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapon	Code
	a) firearm
	Specify
	b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	c), bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	d) rope or wire
	e) other
	Specify
	O19. Where did this alleged offender obtain these weapons?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapons source	Code
	a) from home
	specify weapon
	b) from friend or relative outside household
	specify weapon
	c) purchased for himself/herself
	specify weapon
	d) stolen
	specify weapon
	e) home-made weapon
	f) weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon)
	g) from the victim
	specify weapon
	h) other _
	specify weapon
	O20. What was the highest grade or year of school this alleged offender completed? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-12=last completed grades K-12
	13=high school equivalency (GED)
	14=some college or trade school
	15=college graduate or more
	16=never attended
	66=other (specify..................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O21. What was this alleged offender's affiliation with the school associated with the victim's death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	02=former student at this school
	03=a student at another school
	04=a teacher at this school*
	05=administrator at this school*
	06=other staff at this school*
	07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)*
	08=family member of a student*
	09family member of staff member
	10=resident of surrounding community*
	11=not associated with the school or community*
	12=unidentified victim*
	66=other* (specify.............................................................................................................)
	77=not applicable*
	88=unknown*
	99=refused to answer*
	*If this alleged offender is NOT a student, Go to Question O26, page P36 .
	O22. For how many years has this alleged offender attended his or her school? _ _
	Do NOT read options; code leading zeros
	00=less than one school year
	01-12=number of years
	13=more than 12 years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O23. What extracurricular activities was this alleged offender involved in at the time of the victim's death?
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	O24. Did any the offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	*If no, not applicable, unknown, or refuse Go to Question #O25.
	O24a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	O25. Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident?
	If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	O25a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	O26. Did any the offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	O26a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	O27. Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	O27a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	O28. Did the alleged offender experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	O28a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	O29. Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? _
	If yes, please specify :
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	O29a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	O30. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the alleged offender engage in any of the following behaviors?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Behavior	Code
	{O30.a} disobeying authority figure
	{O30.b} namecalling, taunting, or teasing peers
	O30b.1 Face to face?
	O30b.2 Using Electronic means?
	{O30.c} Verbal threats
	{O30.d} sent written threats
	{O30.e} sent electronic threats
	{O30.f} Bullied peers
	{O30.f} physically threatened peers
	{O30.g} physical fought with peers
	{O30.h} damaged another's personal property
	{O30.i} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…)
	{O30.j}stole another's personal property
	{O30.k} truancy (skipped school)
	{O30.l} possessed / used illegal substances
	{O30.m}possessed a weapon
	O31. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this alleged offender victimized in any of the following ways?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Type	Code
	{O31.a} called names by peers
	{O31.b} bullied by peers
	{O31.c} had personal property damaged or stolen
	{O31.d}verbally threatened by peers
	{O31.e}received written threats
	{O31.f} electronic threats
	{O31.g}physically threatened by peers
	{O31.h}physically assaulted by peers
	O32. At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
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	O33. In the year prior to this event, did this alleged offender receive any of the following services?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Services	Code
	{O33.a} guidance counseling / advising
	{O33.b} psychological counseling
	{O33.c} Psychiatric or mental health services
	{O33.d} social services
	{O33.e} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities)
	{O33.f} other services
	Specify
	O34. In the year prior to this event, was this alleged offender ever treated for depression? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O35. Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O35a. If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
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	O36. Did this alleged offender have a documented family history of .....
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{O36.a} alcoholism
	{O36.b} drug abuse
	{O36.c} intimate partner violence
	{O36.d.} sexual violence
	{O36.e}attempted / completed suicide
	{O36.f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	O37. Did this alleged offender suffer
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{O37.a} physical child abuse
	{O37.b} sexual child abuse
	{O37.c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child
	{O37.d} neglect
	{O37.e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence
	{O37.f} victimization in sexual violence
	*If yes to all of the above, then skip to O39 below.
	O38. Do you have any knowledge that this alleged offender had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Signs	Code
	{O39.a} Thoughts/threats of suicide
	{O39.b} Plans of suicide
	{O39.c} Previous suicide attempts
	*If no to all, skip to Om08 O42 below.
	O39. To whom was this suicidal behavior reported?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
		Code
	01=no one
	02=parents
	03=other family
	04=peers
	05=school staff
	06=other medical/mental health professional
	66=other
	Specify
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O40. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior?
	To be coded later
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	O41. Was this alleged offender fatally injured during the event _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If no then skip to O49 page P43. Otherwise proceed to question O42.
	O42. What was the date of the injury event?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	O43. What was the time of the injury event?
	Record in military time _ _ _ _
	O44. What was the date of death?
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	O45.  What were the motives for the fatal injury?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives.
	Motive	Code
	a) single suicide
	b) suicide pact
	c) alleged offender killed by law enforcement or security personnel
	d) alleged offender killed by civilian during commission of a crime
	e) other
	specif y
	O46. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between the principles, etc.
	Code later
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	O47. What was the method of fatal injury?
	Weapon	Code
	a) firearm
	Specify
	b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	c), bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	d) rope or wire
	e) other
	O48. Did perceptions about the offender being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their perpetration? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O49. Was there evidence that this alleged offender was targeting a specific person or group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O50. Was there another alleged offender, in addition to the one we just discussed, involved in this event? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes*
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If there is a second alleged offender identified as Offender Y, complete a second "Offender" section, starting with Question O01.......otherwise, conclude the interview.

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Sheet 2: LE2015 Revision

	General Questions
	G01. Did you participate in the original investigation of this event? Up to five respondents can be captured using the items below. Coding should reflect actual participant number up to five.
	G01a. Respondent 1	G01b. Respondent 2	G01c. Respondent 3	G01d. Respondent 4	G01e. Respondent 5
	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes	1=yes
	2=no*	2=no*	2=no*	2=no*	2=no*
	7=not applicable*	7=not applicable*	7=not applicable*	7=not applicable*	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*	8=unknown*	8=unknown*	8=unknown*	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*	9=refused to answer*	9=refused to answer*	9=refused to answer*	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to G02.
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question #G03.
	G02. What role(s) did you play in the investigation?
	G02a. Respondent 1
	Code later
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	Code later
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	G02c. Respondent 3
	Code later
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	G02d. Respondent 4
	Code later
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	G02e. Respondent 5
	Code later
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	G03. Where did the injury event occur? _
	Read options
	1= on school property
	2= on the way to or from the campus*
	3= at an off-campus school-sponsored event*
	4= on the way to or from a school sponsored event*
	6= other* (G03a- If Other selected, please specify...................................................................)
	8= unknown*
	9= refused to answer
	*If option 1 is selected, proceed to Question #S01, page 5.
	*If option 3 is selected, skip to Question # SOC01, page 8.
	*If option 2, 4, or 6 are selected, skip to Question #E02, page 11.
	QUESTIONS about the school (for events occurring on school property)
	S01. Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	S02. At the time when the event occurred did the school use security personnel? _
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to S02a & S02b.
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question #S03.
	S02a. Number of School Resource Officers/Sworn Law Enforcement Officers __
	S02b. Number of Private Security Officers __
	S03. During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services.
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
		Code
	S03a) Were they full time? (e.g., 8 hours/day)
	S03b) At any time during school hours
	S03c) While students were arriving and/or leaving
	S03d) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)
	S03e) When school/school activities not occurring
	S03f) Other
	S03f.1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04. Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Measure		Location or Type of Measure	Code
	S04a) Walk Through Metal Detectors
	If yes, proceed to S04a1 & S04a2; if no, proceed to S04b.
	S04a1) If yes, how often?
			1 - Daily
			2 - 2 to 3 times per week
			3 - Weekly
			4 - Biweekly
			5 - As warranted
			6 - Randomly
			7 - Never
	S04a2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option)
			S04a2.a) Main entry
			S04a2.b) Secondary entries
			S04a2.c) Other
			S04a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04b) Hand Held Metal Detectors
	If yes, proceed to S04b1 & S04b2; if no, proceed to S04c.
	S04b1) If yes, how often?
			1 - Daily
			2 - 2 to 3 times per week
			3 - Weekly
			4 - Biweekly
			5 - As warranted
			6 - Randomly
			7 - Never
	S04b2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option)
			S04b2.a) Main entry
			S04b2.b) Secondary entries
			S04b2.c) Other
			S04b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04c) Surveillance Cameras
	If yes, proceed to S04c1 – S064e3; if no, proceed to S04d.
	S04c1) If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option)
			S04c1.a) On school days before classes or official school activities began
			S04c1.b) While classes were being held
			S04c1.c) During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			S04c1.d) During class changes
			S04c1.e) Immediately after school
			S04c1.f) During after school practice or detention
			S04c1.g) After official activities
			S04c1.h) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
			S04c1.i) Cameras only used as visual detterent
	S04c2) If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option)
			S04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior
			S04c2.b) Athletic areas
			S04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior
			S04c2.d) Corridors
			S04c2.e) Other
			S04c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04c3) If yes, when were the surveillance cameras monitored? (Answer each option)
			S04c3.a) Always
			S04c3.b) Occasionally
			S04c3.c) After an incident
			S04c3.d) Rarely
	S04d) Communication Devices
	If yes, proceed to S04d1; if no, proceed to S04e.
	S04d1) If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option)
			S04d1.a) 2-way radios
			S04d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms
			S04d1.c) Mass text messages
			S04d1.d) Mass emails
			S04d1.e) Other
			S04d1.e.1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04e) Access Restrictions
	If yes, proceed to S04e1; if no, proceed to SOC01.
	S04e1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff
	If yes, proceed to S04e1a; if no, proceed to S04e2.
	S04e1.a) If yes, where? (Answer each option)
		S04e1.a1) Main building(s) / areas
		S04e1.a2) Parking lot(s)
		S04e1.a3) Other
		S04e1.a3.1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04e2) Intrusion Alarm Systems
	If yes, proceed to S04e2a & S04e2b; if no, proceed to SOC01.
	S04e2.a) If yes, where? (Answer each option)
			S04e2.a1) Main building(s) / areas
			S04e2.a2) Parking lot(s)
			S04e2.a3) Other
			S04e2.a1.1) If Other selected, please specify:
	S04e2.b) If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option)
			S04e2.b1) on school days before classes or official school activities began
			S04e2.b2) While classes were being held
			S04e2.b3) During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			S04e2.b4) During class changes
			S04e2.b5) immediately after school
			S04e2.b6) During after school practice or detention
			S04e2.b7) After official activities
			S04e2.b8) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
	QUESTIONS about the off-campus school sponsored event
	SOC01. Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	SOC02. During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services at selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to SOC02a – SOC02b;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question #SOC03.
	SOC02a. Please indicate the number of Sworn Law Enforcement Officers used. _ _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-∞=actual number
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	SOC02b. Please indicate the Number of Private Security Officers used _ _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-∞=actual number
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	SOC03. Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Measure		Location or Type of Measure	Code
	SOC03a) Walk Through Metal Detectors
	If yes, proceed to SOC03a1 & SOC03a2; if no, proceed to SOC03b.
	SOC03a1) If yes, how often?
			1 - Daily
			2 - 2 to 3 times per week
			3 - Weekly
			4 - Biweekly
			5 - As warranted
			6 - Randomly
			7 - Never
	SOC03a2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option)
			SOC03a2.a) Main entry
			SOC03a2.b) Secondary entries
			SOC03a2.c) Other
			SOC03a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03b) Hand Held Metal Detectors
	If yes, proceed to SOC03b1 & SOC03b2; if no, proceed to SOC03c.
	SOC03b1) If yes, how often?
			1 - Daily
			2 - 2 to 3 times per week
			3 - Weekly
			4 - Biweekly
			5 - As warranted
			6 - Randomly
			7 - Never
	SOC03b2) If yes, where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option)
			SOC03b2.a) Main entry
			SOC03b2.b) Secondary entries
			SOC03b2.c) Other
			SOC03b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03c) Surveillance Cameras
	If yes, proceed to SOC03c1 - SOC03c3; if no, proceed to SOC03d.
	SOC03c1) If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option)
			1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 - While classes were being held
			3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 - During class changes
			5 - Immediately after school
			6 - During after school practice or detention
			7 - After official activities
			8 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
			9 - Cameras only used as visual detterent
	SOC03c2) If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option)
			SOC03c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior
			SOC03c2.b) Athletic areas
			SOC03c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior
			SOC03c2.d) Corridors
			SOC03c2.e) Other
			SOC03c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03d) Communication Devices
	If yes, proceed to SOC03.d1; if no, proceed to SOC03e.
	SOC03d1 If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option)
			SOC03d1.a) 2-way radios
			SOC03d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms
			SOC03d1.c) Mass text messages
			SOC03d1.d) Mass emails
			SOC03d1.e) Other
			SOC03d1.e1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03e) Access Restrictions
	If yes, proceed to SOC03e1; if no, proceed to SOC03f.
	SOC03e1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff
	SOC03e2) If yes, where? (Answer each option)
		SOC03e2.a) Main building(s) / areas
		SOC03e2.b) Parking lot(s)
		SOC03e2.c) Other
		SOC03e2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03f) Intrusion Alarm Systems
	If yes, proceed to SOC03f1 & SOC03f2; if no, proceed to E01.
	SOC03f1) If yes, where? (Answer each option)
			SOC03e4.a) Main building(s) / areas
			SOC03e4.b) Parking lot(s)
			SOC03e4.c) Other
			SOC03e4.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
	SOC03f2) If yes, when were they used? (Answer each option)
			1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began
			2 - While classes were being held
			3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks,
			4 - During class changes
			5 - Immediately after school
			6 - During after school practice or detention
			5 - After official activities
			6 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
	QUESTIONS about the event
	E01. Where on the campus did the injury event occur?
	Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option)
	Location	Code
	E01a) in a classroom
	E01b) in a hallway
	E01c) in a cafeteria
	E01d) in a gymnasium
	E01e) in a locker room
	E01f) in an office
	E01g) in a stairwell
	E01h) in a restroom
	E01i) in a break room or lounge
	E01j) in an auditorium
	E01k) on campus lawn or gardens
	E01l) on sporting fields or playground
	E01m) in a parking lot
	E01n) in a driveway
	E01o) at a bus pickup or drop off point
	E01p) other indoor location
	E01p1) If Other selected, please specify:
	E01q) other outdoor location
	E01q1) If Other selected, please specify:
	E01r) not applicable
	E01s) unknown
	E01t) refused to answer
	If yes to any of 01 - 67 above, Skip to Question #E03, otherwise proceed to question E02.
	E02. Where did the off-campus injury event occur? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros
	01= on the street, sidewalk, footpath
	02= on a bus or public transport vehicle
	03= waiting for or getting on or off a bus or public transport vehicle
	04= in a privately-owned vehicle / car
	05= on private property (E02a: If Private property selected, specify ...................................)
	06= at a sporting complex (pool, stadium, off campus gym, rec center etc…)
	66= other (E02b: If Other selected, please specify:........................................................)
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	E03. Which of the following best describes the context in which the injury event occurred? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros
	01= on a day when no classes or school events were held (e.g., a weekend, holiday, or an
	official school break)
	02= on a school day before classes began
	03= while classes were being held
	04= during a school assembly
	05= on a school day during lunch, recess or other break, including class changes
	06= immediately after school
	07= on a school day during after-school practice or detention
	08= on a school day after official activities
	09= at a school sporting activity
	10= at another official school-sponsored activity
	11= on the way to or from a school-sponsored activity
	66= other (E03a: If Other selected, please specify:........................................................)
	77= not applicable
	88= unknown
	99= refused to answer
	E04. What were the motives for the fatal injury?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option)
	Motive	Code
	E04a) single suicide
	E04b) suicide pact
	E04c) drug related
	E04d) gang related
	E04e) robbery, attempted robbery
	E04f) rape, attempted sex crime
	E04g) dispute over money or property
	E04h) dispute over romantic relationship
	E04i) dispute related to sporting event
	E04j) dispute, other or unspecified
	E04k) racially or hate crime motivated
	E04l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel
	E04m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime
	E04n) act of terrorism
	E04o) random victim
	E04p) victim was a bystander
	E04q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim
	E04r) mimicking a video game, tv, movie, or other violent media
	E04s) media-related coverage of a similar event (e.g., violence contagion)
	E04t) other
	E04t1) If Other selected, please specify
	E05. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc.
	Code later
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	E06. What was the method of fatal injury?
	Read options;
	Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option)
	Method	Code
	E06a) firearm
	E06a1) If Other selected, please specify
	E06b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	E06c) beaten with club, bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	E06d) beaten, no weapon used
	E06e) motor vehicle
	E06f) hanging/strangulation/asphyxiation by hanging
	E06g) poisoning, solid or liquid
	E06h) asphyxiation by gas
	E06i) other asphyxiation
	E06j) other
	E06j1) If Other selected, please specify
	E06k) not applicable
	E06l) unknown
	E06m) refused to answer
	E07. After a tragedy such as this people look for things, such as comments, notes, threats, or actions that took place prior to the incident that could have signaled a potential risk for this type of behavior. Which of the following did any of the offenders, or victims in the case of suicide, leave as signs that they were considering this action? Please include as many signs as you can think of even if they were things that no one could have recognized as a sign at the time they happened.
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option)
	Sign	Code
	{E07a} notes
	{E07a1} If yes, specify:
	{E07b} journal entry
	{E07b1} If yes, specify:
	{E07c} social media (e.g. blogs, Twitter, wall postings on social networking sites)
	{E07c1} If yes, specify
	{E07d} verbal threats
	{E07d1} If yes, specify
	{E07e} electronic media (e.g., email messages, IM, or texts via cellphone, voice mail, video etc..)
	{E07e1} If yes, specify
	{E07f} other actions (e.g., playful suggestion that person might commit act, voiced suicidal thoughts)
	{E07f1} If yes, specify
	E08. Did anyone know about the possibility of this event before it happened? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (E08a. If yes, please specify _________________________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	9=unknown/refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to E08a;
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question #V01.
	E09. What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack?
	Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders.
	E09a. Code later	E09b. Code later	E09c. Code later	E09d. Code later	E09e. Code later
	_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________	_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________	_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________	_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________	_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
	E10. What relationship did the bystander have to the perpetrator(s)? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later
	E10a. Bystander #1	E10b. Bystander #2	E10c. Bystander #3	E10d. Bystander #4	E10e. Bystander #5
	01= relatives (E10a1) specify.............)	01= relatives (E10b1) specify.........)	01= relatives (E10c1) specify......)	01= relatives (E10d1) specify........)	01= relatives (E10e1) specify........)
	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner	02= romantic partner
	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend	03= close friend
	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate	04= classmate
	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff	05= faculty/staff
	06= fellow student at	06= fellow student at	06= fellow student	06= fellow student	06= fellow student at
	school, but not	school, but not	at school, but	at school, but	school, but not
	classmate	classmate	not classmate	not classmate	classmate
	07= community /	07= community /	07= community /	07= community /	07= community /
	neighborhood	neighborhood	neighborhood	neighborhood	neighborhood
	acquaintance	acquaintance	acquaintance	acquaintance	acquaintance
	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers	08= strangers
	66= other (E10a2)specify.............)	66= other (E10b2)specify...........)	66= other (E10c2) specify.......)	66= other (E10d2) specify.........)	66= other (E10e2) specify..........)
	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable	77=not applicable
	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer	99=refused to answer
	E11. Did the bystander share the information he or she learned of the planned violence with others?
	Do NOT read options
	1= (E11a. If yes, please specify ________________________________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	9=unknown/refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to E11a & E11b;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question #V01.
	E11b. With whom was this information shared?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option)
		Code
	{E11b1} no one
	{E11b2} parents
	{E11b3} other family
	{E11b4} peers
	{E11b5} school staff
	{E11b6} other medical/mental health professional
	{E11b7} other
	{E11b7a} If Other selected, please specify
	{E11b8} not applicable
	{E11b9} unknown
	{E11b10} refused to answer
	QUESTIONS about the Victim
	V01. How many victims were fatally injured in this event? _ _ Write in actual number
	V01a. Victim Identification Number _ Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector.
	V02. What was the date of the injury event? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
	V03. What was the time of the injury event? _ _: _ _		Record in military time
	V04. What was the date of death? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
	V05. What was this victim's date of birth? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
	V06. What was this victim's age in years at the time of death?	_ _ _Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01-∞=actual age in years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V07. What was this victim's gender? _ _ Do NOT read options
	1=male
	2=female
	3=transgender
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V08. What was the victim's race? _ _ Do NOT read Options
	1 White
	2 Black or African American
	3 American Indian or Alaska Native
	4 Asian Indian
	5 Chinese
	6 Filipino
	7 Japanese
	8 Korean
	9 Vietnamese
	10 Other Asian
	11 Native Hawaiian
	12 Guamanian or Chamorro
	13 Samoan
	14 Other Pacific Islander
	15 Other (V08a. If Other selected, please specify:________________ )
	88 Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
	99 Refused to Answer
	V09. Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? _
	(One or more categories may be selected)
	Do NOT read options
	1 Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin
	2 Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a
	3 Yes, Puerto Rican
	4 Yes, Cuban
	5 Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
	8 Unknown if victim is of Hispanic or Latino origin
	9 Refused to Answer
	V10. Which of the following best describes the victim's family structure/living arrangements at the time of death? _ _ Read options
	01= two-parent nuclear family
	02= single parent household
	03= lives with adult relative other than parent
	04= lives with legal guardian
	05= lives independently
	06= foster care
	07= residential institution
	66= other (V10a: If Other selected, please specify:_________________ )
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V11. Individuals often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the victim associated with any distinct peer group?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused*
	If yes, proceed to V11a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question # V12.
	V11a. If yes, what group(s) were they affiliated with?
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	V12. In the year prior to this event, did the victim leave an existing peer group? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes (V12a. If yes, please specify _______________________________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V12a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question # V13.
	V13. In the year prior to this event, did the victim join a new peer group? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes (V13a. If yes, please specify _______________________________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V13a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question # V14.
	V14. Did the victim use alcohol or other drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V15a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question # V16.
	V14a. If yes, what types of substances did the victim use?
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	V15. Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the fatal incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V16. At the time of the fatal incident, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V17. Was the victim carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V17a & V17b;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question # V18.
	V17a. At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this victim carrying?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapon	Code
	{O17a1} firearm
	{O17a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify
	{O17a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	{O17a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	{O17a4} rope or wire
	{O17a5} other
	{O17a5.1} If other selected, please specify
	V17b. Where did this victim obtain these weapons?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapons source	Code
	{O17b1} from home
	{O17b1.1} specify weapon
	{O17b2} from friend or relative outside household
	{O17b2.1} specify weapon
	{O17b3} purchased for himself/herself
	{O17b3.1} specify weapon
	{O17b4} stolen
	{O17b4.1} specify weapon
	{O17b5} home-made weapon
	{O17b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon}
	{O17b7} from the victim
	{O17b7.1} specify weapon
	V18. What was the highest grade or year of school this victim completed? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-12=last completed grades K-12
	13=high school equivalency (GED)
	14=some college or trade school
	15=college graduate or more
	16=never attended
	66=other (V18a: If Other selected, please specify: ________________ )
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V19. What was the victim's affiliation with the school associated with this death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01=a student at this school
	02=former student at this school
	03=a student at another school
	04=a teacher at this school*
	05=administrator at this school*
	06=other staff at this school*
	07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)*
	08=family member of a student*
	09=family member of staff member
	10=resident of surrounding community*
	11=not associated with the school or community*
	12=unidentified victim*
	66=other* (V19a: If Other selected, please specify:.................................................)
	77=not applicable*
	88=unknown*
	99=refused to answer*
	*If the victim is NOT a student, go to Question #V39.
	V20. How many years had the victim attended his or her school? _ _
	Do NOT read options; code leading zeros
	00=less than one school year
	01-12=number of years
	13=more than 12 years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V21. What extracurricular activities was the victim involved in?
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	V22. Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V22a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V23.
	V22a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V23. Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V23a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V24.
	V23a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V24. Did the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V24a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V26.
	V24a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V25. Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? _
		Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V25a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V26.
	V25a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V26. Did the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V26a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V27.
	V26a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V27. Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V27a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V28.
	V27a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V28. Did the victim experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before the incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V30a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V31.
	V28a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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	V29. Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V29a;
	*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V30.
	V29a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent.
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	V30. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Behavior	Code
	{V30a} disobeying authority figure
	{V30b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers
	If yes to V30b, please complete V30b.1 & V30b.2:
	V30b.1 Face to face?
	V30b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer)
	{V30c} Verbal threats
	{V30d} sent written threats
	{V30e} sent electronic threats
	{V30f} Bullied peers
	{V30g} physically threatened peers
	{V30h} physically fought with peers
	{V30i} damaged another's personal property
	{V30j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…)
	{V30k} stole another's personal property
	{V30l} truancy (skipped school)
	{V30m} possessed / used illegal substances
	{V30n} possessed a weapon
	{V30o} physically threatened an authority figure
	V31. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this individual victimized in any of the following ways?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Type	Code
	{V31a} called names by peers
	{V31b} bullied by peers
	{V31c} had personal property damaged or stolen
	{V31d} verbally threatened by peers
	{V31e} received written threats
	{V31f} electronic threats
	{V31g} physically threatened by peers
	{V31h} physically assaulted by peers
	V32. At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes (V32a. If yes, please specify. ____________________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	V33. In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? _
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Services	Code
	{V33a} guidance counseling / advising
	{V33b} social services
	{V33c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities, such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation)
	{V33d} other services
	{V33d.1} If Other selected, please specify:
	V34. In the year prior to this event, was this victim ever treated for depression? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	V35. Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V35a & V35b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question #V36.
	V35a. If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
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	V36. Did this victim have a documented family history of ....
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.		(Answer all options)
		Code
	{V36a} alcoholism
	{V36b} drug abuse
	{V36c} intimate partner violence
	{V36d} sexual violence
	{V36e} attempted / completed suicide
	{V36f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	V37. Did this victim suffer
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.		(Answer all options)
		Code
	{V37a} physical child abuse
	{V37b} sexual child abuse
	{V37c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child
	{V37d} neglect
	{V37e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence
	{V37f} victimization in sexual violence
	V38. To the best of your knowledge, did this victim have a suspected family history of ....
	Read only those options not confirmed above, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
		Code
	{V38a} alcoholism
	{V38b} drug abuse
	{V38c} intimate partner violence
	{V38d} sexual violence
	{V38e} attempted / completed suicide
	{V38f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	V39. Which of the following situations best describes this victim's death? _ _
	Read options; code leading zero
	01= single victim suicide*
	02= multiple victim suicide* (i.e., suicide pact)
	03= single victim homicide; unknown number of offenders
	04= single victim homicide; single offender
	05= single victim homicide; multiple offenders
	06= multiple victim homicide; unknown number of offenders
	07= multiple victim homicide; single offender
	08= multiple victim homicide; multiple offenders
	09= combination murder/suicide
	10= intention undetermined
	66= other (V39a: If Other selected, please specify..........................................................)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V40. Did the victim ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	If yes, proceed to V40a & V40b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question #V41.
	V40a. To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options)
		Code
	{V40a1} no one
	{V40a2} parents
	{V40a3} other family
	{V40a4} peers
	{V40a5} school staff
	{V40a6} other medical/mental health professional
	{V40a7} other
	{V40a7a} If Other selected, please specify:
	{V40a8} not applicable
	{V40a9} unknown
	{V40a10} refused to answer
	V40b. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior?
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	V41. Do you have any knowledge that this victim had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
	Signs	Code
	{V41a} Thoughts/threats of suicide
	{V41b} Plans of suicide
	{V41c} Previous suicide attempts
	If yes to any of V41a – V41c, proceed to V41d & V41e.
	*If no to all of V41a – V41c, skip to V42.
	V41d. To whom was this suicidal behavior reported?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
		Code
	{V41d1} no one
	{V41d2} parents
	{V41d3} other family
	{V41d4} peers
	{V41d5} school staff
	{V41d6} other medical/mental health professional
	{V41d7} other
	{V41d7a}: If Other selected, please specify
	{V41d8} not applicable
	{V41d9} unknown
	{V41d10} refused to answer
	V41e. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior?
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	V42. Did perceptions about the victim being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their victimization? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If there is more than one victim, complete a "Victim" section for each victim, starting with Question V01...Otherwise go to Question V43.
	V43. Were there any victims that suffered nonfatal injuries at the time of this event? _
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to V43a & V43b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to V44.
	V43a. How many persons suffered non-fatal injuries at the time of this event? _ _
	01-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V43b. How many victims that suffered non-fatal injuries required hospital admission? _ _
	00-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries that required hospital admission
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	V44. How many alleged offenders were responsible for the victim's death? _ _
	Do NOT read options (PROBE: alleged offender = legally charged as offender)
	0=none, death was self-inflicted
	1-5=actual number of offenders*
	6=more than 5*
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If there are no data available on any alleged offender, conclude the interview...Otherwise, complete "Offender" section, starting with question #O01, Page 30.
	QUESTIONS about Alleged Offender
	Case ID Number _ _ _ _ Case number is assigned by study coordinator.
	O01. How many alleged offenders were officially charged for this incident? _ _ Write in actual number.
	O01a.	Offender Number _ Number for this alleged offender is assigned by the primary data collector.
	O02.	What was this alleged offender's date of birth?	_ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros, code four-digit years
	O03.	What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death? _ _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	01-100=actual age in years
	777=not applicable
	888=unknown
	999=refused to answer
	O04.	What was this alleged offender's gender? _ _
	Do NOT read options
	1=male
	2=female
	3=transgender
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O05.	What was this alleged offender's race? _
	Do NOT read options
	1 =White
	2 =Black or African American
	3 =American Indian or Alaska Native
	4 =Asian Indian
	5 =Chinese
	6=Filipino
	7=Japanese
	8=Korean
	9=Vietnamese
	10=Other Asian
	11=Native Hawaiian
	12=Guamanian or Chamorro
	13=Samoan
	14=Other Pacific Islander
	15=Other (O05a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
	88 =Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
	99=Refused to Answer
	O06. Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin?
	(One or more categories may be selected) Do NOT read options
	Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no
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	{O06a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin
	{O06b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a
	{O06c} Puerto Rican
	{O06d} Cuban
	{O06e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin
	{O06f} Unknown
	{O06g} Refused to answer
	O07. Which of the following best describes this alleged offender's family structure or living arrangements at the time of the victim's death? _ _
	Read options
	01= two-parent nuclear family
	02= single parent household
	03= lives with adult relative other than parent
	04= lives with legal guardian
	05= lives independently
	06= foster care
	07= residential institution
	66= other (O07a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O08. Had this alleged offender ever been arrested before the victim's death?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O09. Had this alleged offender ever been charged with a crime before the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes, proceed to O09a –O09b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question O10.
	O09a. What types of charges did the alleged offender face?
	Code later
	O09b. Which charges resulted in convictions?
	Code later
	O10. Youth often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the alleged offender		associated with any distinct peer group?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused*
	If yes, proceed to O10a.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question O11.
	O10a. What group(s) were they affiliated with?
	Code later
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	O10b. In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender leave an existing peer group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (O10b1. If yes, please specify ____________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O10b, proceed to O10b1.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O10c.
	O10c. In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender or join a new peer group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (O10c1. If yes, please specify _____________________)
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O10c, proceed to O10c1.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O11.
	O11. Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	If yes to O11, proceed to O11a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O12.
	O11a. If yes, what types of substances did the alleged offender use?
	Code later
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	O12. Was there evidence that this alleged offender was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O13. At the time of death, was the alleged offender perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O14. What was the relationship of this alleged offender to the victim? _ _
	Read options; code written responses later
	01= relatives (O14a: If relatives selected, specify relationship_______________________)
	02= romantic partner
	03= close friend
	04= classmate
	05= faculty/staff
	06= fellow student at school, but not classmate
	07= community / neighborhood acquaintance
	08= strangers
	66= other (O14b: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O15. Was this alleged offender carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O15, proceed to O15a – O15b.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O16.
	O15a. At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this alleged
	offender carrying? (Answer all options)
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapon	Code
	{O15a1} firearm
	{O15a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify
	{O15a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	{O15a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	{O15a4} rope or wire
	{O15a5} other
	{O15a5.1} If other selected, please specify
	O15b. Where did this alleged offender obtain these weapons? (Answer all options)
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
	Weapons source	Code
	{O15b1} from home
	{O15b1.1} specify weapon
	{O15b2} from friend or relative outside household
	{O15b2.1} specify weapon
	{O15b3} purchased for himself/herself
	{O15b3.1} specify weapon
	{O15b4} stolen
	{O15b4.1} specify weapon
	{O15b5} home-made weapon
	{O15b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used
	object in environment as weapon}
	{O15b7} from the victim
	{O15b7.1} specify weapon
	{O15b8} other
	{O15b8.1} specify weapon
	O16. What was the highest grade or year of school this alleged offender completed? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	00-12=last completed grades K-12
	13=high school equivalency (GED)
	14=some college or trade school
	15=college graduate or more
	16=never attended
	66=other (O16a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O17. What was this alleged offender's affiliation with the school associated with the victim's death? _ _
	Do NOT read options, code leading zero
	02=former student at this school
	03=a student at another school
	04=a teacher at this school*
	05=administrator at this school*
	06=other staff at this school*
	07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)*
	08=family member of a student*
	09family member of staff member
	10=resident of surrounding community*
	11=not associated with the school or community*
	12=unidentified victim*
	66=other* (O17a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
	77=not applicable*
	88=unknown*
	99=refused to answer*
	*If this alleged offender is NOT a student, skip to Question O22.
	O18. For how many years has this alleged offender attended his or her school? _ _
	Do NOT read options; code leading zeros
	00=less than one school year
	01-12=number of years
	13=more than 12 years
	77=not applicable
	88=unknown
	99=refused to answer
	O19. What extracurricular activities was this alleged offender involved in at the time of the victim's death?
	to be coded later; please note the sources.
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	O20. Did the alleged offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O20, proceed to O20a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O21.
	O20a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
	Code later
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	O21. Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O21, proceed to O21a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O22.
	O21a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have
	been imminent. Code later
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	O22. Did the alleged offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O22, proceed to O22a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O23.
	O22a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events
	experienced. Code later
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	O23. Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O23, proceed to O23a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O24.
	O23a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may
	have been imminent. Code later
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	O24. Did the alleged offender experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O24, proceed to O24a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O25.
	O24a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
	Code later
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	O25. Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O25, proceed to O25a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O26.
	O25a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have
	been imminent. Code later
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	O26. Did the alleged offender experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O26, proceed to O26a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O27.
	O26a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events
	experienced. Code later
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	O27. Was  a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O27, proceed to O27a.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O28.
	O27a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may
	have been imminent. Code later
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	O28. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the alleged offender engage in any of the following behaviors?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Behavior	Code
	{O28a} disobeying authority figure
	{O28b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers
	If yes to O28b, please complete O28b.1 & O28b.2:
	O28b.1 Face to face?
	O28b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer)
	{O28c} verbal threats
	{O28d} sent written threats
	{O28e} sent electronic threats
	{O28f} bullied peers
	{O28g} physically threatened peers
	{O28h} physically fought with peers
	{O28i} damaged another's personal property
	{O28j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…)
	{O28k} stole another's personal property
	{O28l} truancy (skipped school)
	{O28m} possessed / used illegal substances
	{O28n} possessed a weapon
	O29. To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this alleged offender victimized in any of the following ways?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Type	Code
	{O29a} called names by peers
	{O29b} bullied by peers
	{O29c} had personal property damaged or stolen
	{O29d} verbally threatened by peers
	{O29e} received written threats
	{O29f} electronic threats
	{O29g} physically threatened by peers
	{O29h} physically assaulted by peers
	O30. At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes (O30a: If yes, please specify__________________________________)
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O31. In the year prior to this event, did this alleged offender receive any of the following services?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Services	Code
	{O31a} guidance counseling / advising
	{O31b} social services
	{O31c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities), such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation
	{O31d} other services
	{O31d.1} If Other selected, please specify
	O32. In the year prior to this event, was this alleged offender ever treated for depression? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O33. Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to O33, proceed to O33a & O33b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question #O34.
	O33a. If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
	To be coded later
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	O33b. In what type of setting were they treated (e.g., inpatient, outpatient)?
	To be coded later
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	O34. Did this alleged offender have a documented family history of ....
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
		Code
	{O34a} alcoholism
	{O34b} drug abuse
	{O34c} intimate partner violence
	{O34d} sexual violence
	{O34e} attempted / completed suicide
	{O34f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
	O35. Did this alleged offender suffer
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
		Code
	{O35a} physical child abuse
	{O35b} sexual child abuse
	{O35c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child
	{O35d} neglect
	{O35e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence
	{O35f} victimization in sexual violence
	O36. Did the alleged offender ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.?
	Do not read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to Q36, proceed to V36a & V36b.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to Question #V37.
	O36a. To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options)
		Code
	{O36a1} no one
	{O36a2} parents
	{O36a3} other family
	{O36a4} peers
	{O36a5} school staff
	{O36a6} other medical/mental health professional
	{O36a7} other
	{O36a7a} If Other selected, please specify:
	{O36a8} not applicable
	{O36a9} unknown
	{O36a10} refused to answer
	O36b. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior?
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	O37. Do you have any knowledge that this alleged offender had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
	Signs	Code
	{O37a} Thoughts/threats of suicide
	{O37b} Plans of suicide
	{O37c} Previous suicide attempts
	If yes to any of O37a – O37c, proceed to O37d – O37e.
	*If answers 2 – 9, skip to O38.
	O37d. To whom was this suicidal behavior reported?
	Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
		Code
	{O37d1} no one
	{O37d2} parents
	{O37d3} other family
	{O37d4} peers
	{O37d5} school staff
	{O37d6} other medical/mental health professional
	{O37d7} other
	{O37d7a}) If Other selected, please specify
	{O37d8} not applicable
	{O37d9} unknown
	{O37d10} refused to answer
	O37e. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior?		To be coded later
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	O38. Was this alleged offender fatally injured during the event? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no*
	7=not applicable*
	8=unknown*
	9=refused to answer*
	If yes to Q38, proceed to O39.
	*If answer 2 - 9, skip to O44.
	O39. What was the date of the injury event? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
	O40. What was the time of the injury event? _ _: _ _ Record in military time
	O41. What was the date of death? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
	Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
	O42. What were the motives for the fatal injury?
	Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives.
	Motive	Code
	{O42a} single suicide
	{O42b} suicide pact
	{O42c} victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel
	{O42d} victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime
	{O42e} other
	{O42e1} If Other selected, please specify:
	O43. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc.
	Code later
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	O44. What was the method of fatal injury?
	Weapon	Code
	{O44a} firearm
	{O44a1}) - If firearm selected, please specify
	{O44b} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade
	{O44c} bat, pipe, chain, or other object
	{O44d} rope or wire
	{O44e} other
	{O44e1} - If Other selected, please specify
	O45. Did perceptions about the alleged offender being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their perpetration? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O46. Was there evidence that this alleged offender was targeting a specific person or group? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	O47. Was there another alleged offender, in addition to the one we just discussed, involved in this event? _
	Do NOT read options
	1=yes*
	2=no
	7=not applicable
	8=unknown
	9=refused to answer
	*If there is a second alleged offender identified as Offender Y, complete a second "Offender" section, starting with Question O01.......otherwise, conclude the interview.
	Also add relationship crisis – could be death of a friend, move of a friend, break-up, pregnancy, etc.

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Sheet 3: Eliminated Items

Revision Nature Of Items	Items	Old question format
Eliminated Question	CaseID.	Case ID Number _ _ _ _ _ To be assigned by study coordinator, record 5-digit number

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Sheet 4: Completely New Items

Completely New Items
New Question	V28.	Did the victim experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before the incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V28a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V29.
New Question	V28a	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	V29.	Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V29a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V30.
New Question	V29A.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	V35b	In what type of setting were they treated? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	V40.	Did the victim ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
New Question	V40a..	To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options) Code {V40a1} no one {V40a2} parents {V40a3} other family {V40a4} peers {V40a5} school staff {V40a6} other medical/mental health professional {V40a7} other {V40a7a} If Other selected, please specify: {V40a8} not applicable {V40a9} unknown {V40a10} refused to answer
New Question	V40b.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior? ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	Q26.	Did the alleged offender experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question	Q26a.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	Q27.	Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question	O27a.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	O33b.	In what type of setting were they treated (e.g., inpatient, outpatient)? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question	O36.	Did the alleged offender ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question	O36a.	To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options) Code {O36a1} no one {O36a2} parents {O36a3} other family {O36a4} peers {O36a5} school staff {O36a6} other medical/mental health professional {O36a7} other {O36a7a} If Other selected, please specify: {O36a8} not applicable {O36a9} unknown {O36a10} refused to answer
New Question	O36b.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior? .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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Sheet 5: Revision_wComparison

Section		PREVIOUS LE INTERVIEW		REVISED LE INTERVIEW
Revised to include additional motives. See LE 2015, item number S03.	S02.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services--- Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Code S02.a) At any time during school hours S02.b) While students were arriving and/or leaving S02.c) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs) S02.d) When school/school activities not occurring S02.e) Other (please specify)	S03.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services. Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Code S03a) Were they full time? (e.g., 8 hours/day) S03b) At any time during school hours S03c) While students were arriving and/or leaving S03d) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs) S03e) When school/school activities not occurring S03f) Other S03f.1) If Other selected, please specify:
Revised to include additional motives. See LE 2015, item number E04.	E04.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives. Motive Code a) single suicide b) suicide pact c) drug related d) gang related e) robbery, attempted robbery f) rape, attempted sex crime g) dispute over money or property h) dispute over romantic relationship i) dispute related to sporting event j) dispute, other or unspecified k) racially or hate crime motivated l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime n) expressed act of terrorism o) random victim p) victim was a bystander q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim r) other specif y	E04.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option) Motive Code E04a) single suicide E04b) suicide pact E04c) drug related E04d) gang related E04e) robbery, attempted robbery E04f) rape, attempted sex crime E04g) dispute over money or property E04h) dispute over romantic relationship E04i) dispute related to sporting event E04j) dispute, other or unspecified E04k) racially or hate crime motivated E04l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel E04m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime E04n) act of terrorism E04o) random victim E04p) victim was a bystander E04q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim E04r) mimicking a video game, tv, movie, or other violent media E04s) media-related coverage of a similar event (e.g., violence contagion) E04t) other E04t1) If Other selected, please specify
Revised - added 4 additional response options. See LE 2015, E09.	E09.	What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack? Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders. E09a. Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	E09.	What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack? Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders E09a. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09b. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09c. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09d. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09e. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Revised - add word "Identification"	V01a.	Victim Number _ Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector.	V01a.	Victim Identification Number _ Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector.
Revised - options reworded in order to capture multiple responses to question. See LE 2015, question O07.	V09.	Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? _ (One or more categories may be selected) 1 Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin 2 Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a 3 Yes, Puerto Rican 4 Yes, Cuban 5 Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin 8 Unknown if victim is of Hispanic or Latino origin 9 Refused to Answer	V09.	Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected) Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no Code {V09a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin {V09b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a {V09c} Puerto Rican {V09d} Cuban {V09e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin {V09f} Unknown {V09g} Refused to Answer
Revised - word changed from "death" to " the fatal Incident" . See LE 2015, question V15.	V15.	Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V15.	Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the fatal incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised - word changed from "death" to "fatal Incident" . See LE 2015, question V16.	V16.	At the time of death, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V16.	At the time of the fatal incident, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised wording of question to only before the incident. See LE 2015 question V24.	V24.	Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V22.	Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised wording of question to only before the incident. See LE 2015 question V24.	V26	Did any the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V24	Did the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question.See LE 2015, question V26.	V28.	Did any the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V26.	Did the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V26a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V27.
Revised to include additional behaviors. See LE 2015, item number V30.	V30.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {V30a} disobeying authority figure {V30b} namecalling, taunting, or teasing peers V30b.1 Face to face? V30b.2 Using Electronic means? {V30c} Verbal threats {V30d} sent written threats {V30e} sent electronic threats {V30f} Bullied peers {V30f} physically threatened peers {V30g} physically fought with peers {V30h} damaged another's personal property {V30i} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {V30j}stole another's personal property {V30k} truancy (skipped school) {V30l} possessed / used illegal substances {V30m}possessed a weapon	V30.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {V30a} disobeying authority figure {V30b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers If yes, please complete V30b.1 & V30b.2: V30b.1 Face to face? V30b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer) {V30c} Verbal threats {V30d} sent written threats {V30e} sent electronic threats {V30f} Bullied peers {V30g} physically threatened peers {V30h} physically fought with peers {V30i} damaged another's personal property {V30j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {V30k} stole another's personal property {V30l} truancy (skipped school) {V30m} possessed / used illegal substances {V30n} possessed a weapon {V30o} physically threatened an authority figure
Revised. - expanded question to include additional services and specification. See LE 2015, item number V32.	V32	At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V32	At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? Do not read options 1=yes (V32a. If yes, please specify. ____________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - two items removed reflecting behaviors. See LE 2015, item number V33.	V33.	In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code { V33a} guidance counseling / advising { V33b} psychological counseling {V33c} Psychiatric or mental health services {V33d} social services {V33e} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities) {V33f} other services Specify	V33.	In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code {V33a} guidance counseling / advising {V33b} social services {V33c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities, such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation) {V33d} other services {V33d.1} If Other selected, please specify:
Revised. - wording added to include example of professional treatment and question renumbered as O35.	V35.	Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V35.	Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _ Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised age to 3 digit field to allow 100 years of age.	O03.	What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death?_ _ 01-∞=actual age in years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O03.	What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death? _ _ _ Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01-100=actual age in years 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer
Revised - options reworded in order to capture multiple responses to question. See LE 2015, question O07.	O06.	Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected) origin? 1 Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin 2 Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a 3 Yes, Puerto Rican 4 Yes, Cuban 5 Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin 9 Unknown if elder is of Hispanic or Latino origin	O06.	Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected)? Do NOT read options Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no Code {O06a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin {O06b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a {O06c} Puerto Rican {O06d} Cuban {O06e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin {O06f} Unknown {O06g} Refused to answer
Revised. - wording added "alleged" and question renumbered as O10b.	O11	In the year prior to this event, did the offender leave an existing peer group? 1=yes Specify _________________________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O10b.	In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender leave an existing peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O10b1. If yes, please specify ____________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - wording added "alleged" and question renumbered as O10c.	O12	In the year prior to this event, did the offender or join a new peer group? 1=yes Specify_____________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O10c.	In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender or join a new peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O10c1. If yes, please specify _____________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - wording change from "death" to "incident" and renumbered to O11.	O13.	Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O11.	Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question.See SH 2015, question O20.	O24.	Did any the offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O20.	Did the alleged offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question.See SH 2015, question O22.	O26.	Did any the offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O22.	Did the alleged offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - wording added to include example of professional treatment and question renumbered as O30.	O32.	At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O30.	At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O30a: If yes, please specify__________________________________) 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised. - wording added to include example of professional treatment and question renumbered as O35.	O35.	Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O33.	Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*

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Sheet 6: Complete Comparison

Attachment L Crosswalk for SAVD Survey Tools Law Enforcement
Section		PREVIOUS LAW ENFORCEMENT INTERVIEW		REVISED LAW ENFORCEMENT INTERVIEW
General Questions
No Change	G01	Did you participate in the original investigation of this event? Up to five respondents can be captured using the items below. Coding should reflect actual participant number up to five. G01a. Respondent 1 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer _ G01b. Respondent 2 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer G01c. Respondent 3 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer G01d. Respondent 4 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer G01e. Respondent 5 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	G01	Did you participate in the original investigation of this event? Up to five respondents can be captured using the items below. Coding should reflect actual participant number up to five. G01a. Respondent 1 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* G01b. Respondent 2 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* G01c. Respondent 3 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* G01d. Respondent 4 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* G01e. Respondent 5 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change	G02.	G02. What role(s) did you play in the investigation? G02a. Respondent 1Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ G02b. Respondent 2 Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ G02c. Respondent 3 Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ G02d. Respondent 2 Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... G02e. Respondent 3 Code later ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	G02.	G02. What role(s) did you play in the investigation? G02a. Respondent 1 Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... G02b. Respondent 2 Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... G02c. Respondent 3 Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... G02d. Respondent 2 Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... G02e. Respondent 3 Code later ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change	G03.	Where did the injury event occur? 1= on school property 2= on the way to or from the campus* 3= at an off-campus school-sponsored event* 4= on the way to or from a school sponsored event* 6= other* (specify.....................................................................) 8= unknown* 9= refused to answer	G03.	Where did the injury event occur? _ Read options 1= on school property 2= on the way to or from the campus* 3= at an off-campus school-sponsored event* 4= on the way to or from a school sponsored event* 6= other* (G03a- If Other selected, please specify.......................) 8= unknown* 9= refused to answer
QUESTIONS about the school
No change	S01.	Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	S01.	Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as S02.	S03.	At the time when the event occurred did the school use full-time security personnel? 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer S03a. Number of School Resource Officers/Sworn Law Enforcement Officers __ S03b. Number of Private Security Officers __	S02.	At the time when the event occurred did the school use security personnel? _ 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* S02a. Number of School Resource Officers/Sworn Law Enforcement Officers __ S02b. Number of Private Security Officers __
Revised to include whether security services were used full time. See LE 2015, item number S03.	S02.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services--- Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Code S02.a) At any time during school hours S02.b) While students were arriving and/or leaving S02.c) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs) S02.d) When school/school activities not occurring S02.e) Other (please specify)	S03.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services. Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Code S03a) Were they full time? (e.g., 8 hours/day) S03b) At any time during school hours S03c) While students were arriving and/or leaving S03d) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs) S03e) When school/school activities not occurring S03f) Other S03f.1) If Other selected, please specify:
Revised to include additional options for whether metal detectors were used randomly and the frequency with which surveillance cameras were monitored.	S04.	Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Measure Location or Type of Measure Code S04.a) Walk Through Metal Detectors S04.a1) If yes, how often? 1 Daily 2 2 to 3 times per week 3 Weekly 4 Biweekly 5 As warranted 6 Never S04.a2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? S04a2.a) Main entry S04a.2b) Secondary entries SS04a2.c) Other Specify .b) Hand Held Metal Detectors S04.b1) If yes, how often? 1 Daily 2 2 to 3 times per week 3 Weekly 4 Biweekly 5 As warranted 6 Never S04.b2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? S04b2.a) Main entry S04b2.b) Secondary entries S04b2.c) Other Specify S04.c) Surveillance Cameras S04.c1) If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply) 1 on school days before classes or official school activities began 2 While classes were being held 3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 During class changes 5 immediately after school 6 During after school practice or detention 5 After official activities 6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) 7 Cameras only used as visual detterent S04.c2) Where were the surveillance cameras used? S04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior S04c2.b) Athletic areas S04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior S04c2.d) Corridors S04c2.e) Other Specify S04.d) Communication Devices S04d.1) 2-way radios S04d.2) 2-way intercom in most classrooms S04d.3) Other Specify S04.e) Access Restrictions S04e.1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff S04e.2) Intrusion Alarm Systems S04.e3) If yes, where? S04e3.a) Main building(s) / areas S04e3.b) Parking lot(s) S04e3.c) Other Specify S04.e4) If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply) 1 on school days before classes or official school activities began 2 While classes were being held 3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 During class changes 5 immediately after school 6 During after school practice or detention 5 After official activities 6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)	S04.	Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Measure Location or Type of Measure Code S04a) Walk Through Metal Detectors If yes, proceed to S04a1 & S04a2; if no, proceed to S04b. S04a1) If yes, how often? 1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never S04a2)Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) S04a2.a) Main entry S04a2.b) Secondary entries S04a2.c) Other S04a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: S04b) Hand Held Metal Detectors If yes, proceed to S04b1 & S04b2; if no, proceed to S04c. S04b1) If yes, how often? 1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never S04b2)Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) S04b2.a) Main entry S04b2.b) Secondary entries S04b2.c) Other S04b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: S04c) Surveillance Cameras If yes, proceed to S04c1 – S064e3; if no, proceed to S04d. S04c1) If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) S04c1.a) On school days before classes or official school activities began S04c1.b) While classes were being held S04c1.c) During lunch, recess, or other breaks, S04c1.d) During class changes S04c1.e) Immediately after school S04c1.f) During after school practice or detention S04c1.g) After official activities S04c1.h) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) S04c1.i) Cameras only used as visual detterent S04c2)If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option) S04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior S04c2.b) Athletic areas S04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior S04c2.d) Corridors S04c2.e) Other S04c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify: S04c3)If yes, when were the surveillance cameras monitored? (Answer each option) S04c3.a) Always S04c3.b) Occasionally S04c3.c) After an incident S04c3.d) Rarely S04d) Communication Devices If yes, proceed to S04d1; if no, proceed to S04e. S04d1) If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option) S04d1.a) 2-way radios S04d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms S04d1.c) Mass text messages S04d1.d) Mass emails S04d1.e) Other S04d1.e.1) If Other selected, please specify: S04e) Access Restrictions If yes, proceed to S04e1; if no, proceed to SOC01. S04e1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff If yes, proceed to S04e1a; if no, proceed to S04e2. S04e1.a) If yes, where? (Answer each option) S04e1.a1) Main building(s) / areas S04e1.a2) Parking lot(s) S04e1.a3) Other S04e1.a3.1) If Other selected, please specify: S04e2) Intrusion Alarm Systems If yes, proceed to S04e2a & S04e2b; if no, proceed to SOC01. S04e2.a) If yes, where? (Answer each option) S04e2.a1) Main building(s) / areas S04e2.a2) Parking lot(s) S04e2.a3) Other S04e2.a1.1) If Other selected, please specify: S04e2.b)If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) S04e2.b1) on school days before classes or official school activities began S04e2.b2) While classes were being held S04e2.b3) During lunch, recess, or other breaks, S04e2.b4) During class changes S04e2.b5) immediately after school S04e2.b6) During after school practice or detention S04e2.b7) After official activities S04e2.b8) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
QUESTIONS about the off-campus school sponsored event
No change.	SOC01	Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	SOC01	Our study defines a school associated violent death as a suicide, homicide or legal intervention related death that occurred on school property, on the way to or from school, or at or on the way to or from a school sponsored event. Has this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No change.	SOC02.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services at selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	SOC02.	During the time when the event of interest occurred, did the school regularly use paid law enforcement or security services at selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs)? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No change.	SOC03a.	Please indicate the number of Sworn Law Enforcement Officers used. Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-∞=actual number 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer	SOC02a.	Please indicate the number of Sworn Law Enforcement Officers used. _ _ _ Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-∞=actual number 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer
No change.	SOC03b.	Please indicate the Number of Private Security Officers used __Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-∞=actual number 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer	SOC02b.	Please indicate the Number of Private Security Officers used _ _ _ Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-∞=actual number 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer
Revised to include additional options for whether metal detectors were used randomly.	SOC04.	Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Measure Location or Type of Measure Code SOC04.a) Walk Through Metal Detectors SOC04.a1) If yes, how often? 1 Daily 2 2 to 3 times per week 3 Weekly 4 Biweekly 5 As warranted 6 Never SOC04.a2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? SOC04a2.a) Main entry SOC04a2.b) Secondary entries SOC04a2.c) Other Specify SOC04.b) Hand Held Metal Detectors SOC04.b1) If yes, how often? 1 Daily 2 2 to 3 times per week 3 Weekly 4 Biweekly 5 As warranted 6 Never SOC04.b2) Where were the walk through metal detectors used? SOC04b2.a) Main entry SOC04b2.b) Secondary entries SOC04b2.c) Other Specify SOC04.c) Surveillance Cameras SOC04.c1) If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply) 1 on school days before classes or official school activities began 2 While classes were being held 3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 During class changes 5 immediately after school 6 During after school practice or detention 5 After official activities 6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) 7Cameras only used as visual detterent SOC04.c2) Where were the surveillance cameras used? SOC04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior SOC04c2.b) Athletic areas SOC04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior SOC04c2.d) Corridors SOC04c2.e) Other Specify SOC04.d) Communication Devices SOC04d.1) 2-way radios SOC04d.2) 2-way intercom in most classrooms SOC04d.3) Other Specify SOC04e) Access Restrictions SOC04e.1) Proximity or card swipe access for staff SOC04e.2) Intrusion Alarm Systems SOC04.e3) If yes, where? SOC04e3.a) Main building(s) / areas SOC04e3.b Parking lot(s) SOC04e3.c) Other Specify SOC04.e4) If yes, When were they used? (Check all that apply) 1 on school days before classes or official school activities began 2 While classes were being held 3 During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 During class changes 5 immediately after school 6 During after school practice or detention 5 After official activities 6 On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)		Were any of the following security measures in use at the time of this event? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Measure Location or Type of Measure Code SOC03a) Walk Through Metal Detectors If yes, proceed to SOC03a1 & SOC03a2; if no, proceed to SOC03b. SOC03a1) If yes, how often? 1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never SOC03a2)Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) SOC03a2.a) Main entry SOC03a2.b) Secondary entries SOC03a2.c) Other SOC03a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03b) Hand Held Metal Detectors If yes, proceed to SOC03b1 & SOC03b2; if no, proceed to SOC03c. SOC03b1)If yes, how often? 1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never SOC03b2)If yes, where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) SOC03b2.a) Main entry SOC03b2.b) Secondary entries SOC03b2.c) Other SOC03b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03c) Surveillance Cameras If yes, proceed to SOC03c1 - SOC03c3; if no, proceed to SOC03d. SOC03c1) If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) 1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began 2 - While classes were being held 3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 - During class changes 5 - Immediately after school 6 - During after school practice or detention 7 - After official activities 8 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) 9 - Cameras only used as visual detterent SOC03c2)If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option) SOC03c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior SOC03c2.b) Athletic areas SOC03c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior SOC03c2.d) Corridors SOC03c2.e) Other SOC03c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03d) Communication Devices If yes, proceed to SOC03.d1; if no, proceed to SOC03e. SOC03d1 If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option) SOC03d1.a) 2-way radios SOC03d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms SOC03d1.c) Mass text messages SOC03d1.d) Mass emails SOC03d1.e) Other SOC03d1.e1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03e) Access Restrictions If yes, proceed to SOC03e1; if no, proceed to SOC03f. SOC03e1)Proximity or card swipe access for staff SOC03e2)If yes, where? (Answer each option) SOC03e2.a) Main building(s) / areas SOC03e2.b) Parking lot(s) SOC03e2.c) Other SOC03e2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03f) Intrusion Alarm Systems If yes, proceed to SOC03f1 & SOC03f2; if no, proceed to E01. SOC03f1) If yes, where? (Answer each option) SOC03e4.a) Main building(s) / areas SOC03e4.b) Parking lot(s) SOC03e4.c) Other SOC03e4.c1) If Other selected, please specify: SOC03f2) If yes, when were they used? (Answer each option) 1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began 2 - While classes were being held 3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks, 4 - During class changes 5 - Immediately after school 6 - During after school practice or detention 5 - After official activities 6 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
QUESTIONS about the event
No change.	E01.	Where on the campus did the injury event occur? _ _ Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable locations Location Code 01= in a classroom 02= in a hallway 03= in a cafeteria 04= in a gymnasium 05= in a locker room 06= in an office 07= in a stairwell 08= in a restroom 09= in a break room or lounge 10= in an auditorium 11= on campus lawn or gardens 12= on sporting fields or playground 13= in a parking lot 14= in a driveway 15= at a bus pickup or drop off point 66= other indoor location Specify. 67= other outdoor location Specify 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer	E01.	Where on the campus did the injury event occur? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option) Location Code E01a) in a classroom E01b) in a hallway E01c) in a cafeteria E01d) in a gymnasium E01e) in a locker room E01f) in an office E01g) in a stairwell E01h) in a restroom E01i) in a break room or lounge E01j) in an auditorium E01k) on campus lawn or gardens E01l) on sporting fields or playground E01m) in a parking lot E01n) in a driveway E01o) at a bus pickup or drop off point E01p) other indoor location E01p1) If Other selected, please specify: E01q) other outdoor location E01q1) If Other selected, please specify: E01r) not applicable E01s) unknown E01t) refused to answer
No change.	E02.	Where did the off-campus injury event occur? _ _ Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros 01= on the street, sidewalk, footpath 02= on a bus or public transport vehicle 03= waiting for or getting on or off a bus or public transport vehicle 04= in a privately-owned vehicle / car 05= on private property (specify________________________) 06= at a sporting complex (pool, stadium, off campus gym, rec center etc…) 66= other (specify.........................................................................) 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer	E02.	Where did the off-campus injury event occur? _ _ Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros 01= on the street, sidewalk, footpath 02= on a bus or public transport vehicle 03= waiting for or getting on or off a bus or public transport vehicle 04= in a privately-owned vehicle / car 05= on private property (E02a: If Private property selected, specify ......................) 06= at a sporting complex (pool, stadium, off campus gym, rec center etc…) 66= other (E02b: If Other selected, please specify:................................) 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer
No Change - Numbering of response options was corrected.	E03.	Which of the following best describes the context in which the injury event occurred? _ _ Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros 01= on a day when no classes or school events were held (e.g., a weekend, holiday, or an official school break) 02= on a school day before classes began 03= while classes were being held 04= during a school assembly 04= on a school day during lunch, recess or other break, including class changes 05= immediately after school 06= on a school day during after-school practice or detention 07= on a school day after official activities 08= at a school sporting activity 09= at another official school-sponsored activity 10= on the way to or from a school-sponsored activity 66= other (specify..............................................................................) 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer	E03.	Which of the following best describes the context in which the injury event occurred? _ _ Read options; code written responses later; code leading zeros 01= on a day when no classes or school events were held (e.g., a weekend, holiday, or an official school break) 02= on a school day before classes began 03= while classes were being held 04= during a school assembly 05= on a school day during lunch, recess or other break, including class changes 06= immediately after school 07= on a school day during after-school practice or detention 08= on a school day after official activities 09= at a school sporting activity 10= at another official school-sponsored activity 11= on the way to or from a school-sponsored activity 66= other (E03a: If Other selected, please specify:..................................) 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer
Revised to include additional motives. See LE 2015, item number E04.	E04.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives. Motive Code a) single suicide b) suicide pact c) drug related d) gang related e) robbery, attempted robbery f) rape, attempted sex crime g) dispute over money or property h) dispute over romantic relationship i) dispute related to sporting event j) dispute, other or unspecified k) racially or hate crime motivated l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime n) expressed act of terrorism o) random victim p) victim was a bystander q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim r) other specif y	E04.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option) Motive Code E04a) single suicide E04b) suicide pact E04c) drug related E04d) gang related E04e) robbery, attempted robbery E04f) rape, attempted sex crime E04g) dispute over money or property E04h) dispute over romantic relationship E04i) dispute related to sporting event E04j) dispute, other or unspecified E04k) racially or hate crime motivated E04l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel E04m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime E04n) act of terrorism E04o) random victim E04p) victim was a bystander E04q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim E04r) mimicking a video game, tv, movie, or other violent media E04s) media-related coverage of a similar event (e.g., violence contagion) E04t) other E04t1) If Other selected, please specify
No change.	E05.	Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between the principles, etc. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	E05.	Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc. Code later ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ......................................................................................................................
No change.	E06.	What was the method of fatal injury? Read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable methods used Method Code 01= firearm Specify 02= knife, razor, box cutter or other blade 03= beaten with club, bat, pipe, chain, or other object 04= beaten, no weapon used 05= motor vehicle 06= hanging/strangulation/asphyxiation by hanging 07= poisoning, solid or liquid 08= asphyxiation by gas 09= other asphyxiation 66= other Specify 77= not applicable 88= unknown 99= refused to answer	E06.	What was the method of fatal injury? Read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option) Method Code E06a) firearm E06a1) If Other selected, please specify E06b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade E06c) beaten with club, bat, pipe, chain, or other object E06d) beaten, no weapon used E06e) motor vehicle E06f) hanging/strangulation/asphyxiation by hanging E06g) poisoning, solid or liquid E06h) asphyxiation by gas E06i) other asphyxiation E06j) other E06j1) If Other selected, please specify E06k) not applicable E06l) unknown E06m) refused to answer
Revised to include area for additional specification on options.	E07.	After a tragedy such as this people look for things, such as comments, notes, threats, or actions that took place prior to the incident that could have signaled a potential risk for this type of behavior. Which of the following did any of the offenders, or victims in the case of suicide, leave as signs that they were considering this action? Please include as many signs as you can think of even if they were things that no one could have recognized as a sign at the time they happened. Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code all applicable signs. Sign Code {E07a} notes {E07b} journal entry {E07c} social media (e.g. blogs, Twitter, wall postings on social networking sites) {E07d} verbal threats___ {E07e} electronic media (e.g., email messages, IM, or texts via cellphone, voice mail, video, ect.) {E07f} other actions (e.g., playful suggestion that person might commit act, voiced suicidal thoughts) Specify	E07.	After a tragedy such as this people look for things, such as comments, notes, threats, or actions that took place prior to the incident that could have signaled a potential risk for this type of behavior. Which of the following did any of the offenders, or victims in the case of suicide, leave as signs that they were considering this action? Please include as many signs as you can think of even if they were things that no one could have recognized as a sign at the time they happened. Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option) Sign Code {E07a} notes {E07a1} If yes, specify: {E07b} journal entry {E07b1} If yes, specify: {E07c} social media (e.g. blogs, Twitter, wall postings on social networking sites) {E07c1} If yes, specify {E07d} verbal threats {E07d1} If yes, specify {E07e} electronic media (e.g., email messages, IM, or texts via cellphone, voice mail, video etc..) {E07e1} If yes, specify {E07f} other actions (e.g., playful suggestion that person might commit act, voiced suicidal thoughts) {E07f1} If yes, specify
No change.	E08.	Did anyone know about the possibility of this event before it happened? Do NOT read options 1=yes (specify..................................................................................... ) 2=no* 7=not applicable 9=unknown/refused to answer	E08.	Did anyone know about the possibility of this event before it happened? Do NOT read options 1=yes (E08a. If yes, please specify _________________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 9=unknown/refused to answer*
Revised - added space for perspectives of up to 4 bystanders to be entered. See LE 2015, E09.	E09.	What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack? Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders. E09a. Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	E09.	What information was known by the bystander(s) in advance of the attack? Instructions: Capture information for up to five bystanders E09a. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09b. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09c. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09d. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E09e. Code later ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
No change.	E10.	What relationship did the bystander have to the perpetrator(s)? Read options; code written responses later E10a. Bystander #1 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10b. Bystander #2 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10c. Bystander #3 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10d. Bystander #4 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10e. Bystander #5 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	E10.	What relationship did the bystander have to the perpetrator(s)? Read options; code written responses later E10a. Bystander #1 01= relatives (E10a1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10a2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10b. Bystander #2 01= relatives (E10b1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10b2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10c. Bystander #3 01= relatives (E10c1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10c2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10d. Bystander #4 01= relatives (E10d1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10d2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer E10e. Bystander #5 01= relatives (E10e1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10e2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No change.	E11.	Did the bystander share the information he or she learned of the planned violence with others? Do NOT read options 1=yes (specify................................................................................... ) 2=no 7=not applicable 9=unknown/refused to answer	E11.	Did the bystander share the information he or she learned of the planned violence with others? Do NOT read options 1= (E11a. If yes, please specify ________________________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 9=unknown/refused to answer*
No change.	E12.	With whom was this information shared? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. Code 01=no one 02=parents 03=other family 04=peers 05=school staff 06=other medical/mental health professional 66=other Specify 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	E12.	With whom was this information shared? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option) Code {E11b1} no one {E11b2} parents {E11b3} other family {E11b4} peers {E11b5} school staff {E11b6} other medical/mental health professional {E11b7} other {E11b7a} If Other selected, please specify {E11b8} not applicable {E11b9} unknown {E11b10} refused to answer
QUESTIONS about the Victim
Eliminated Question	CaseID.	Case ID Number _ _ _ _ _ To be assigned by study coordinator, record 5-digit number
No change.	V01.	How many victims were fatally injured in this event? _ _ Write in actual number	V01.	How many victims were fatally injured in this event? _ _ Write in actual number
Revised - add word "Identification"	V01a.	Victim Number _ Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector.	V01a.	Victim Identification Number _ Number for this victim, is assigned by the primary data collector.
No change.	V02.	What was the date of the injury event? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)	V02.	What was the date of the injury event? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
No change.	V03.	What was the time of the injury event? _ _ _ _ Record in military time	V03.	What was the time of the injury event? _ _: _ _ Record in military time
No change.	V04.	What was the date of death? Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _	V04.	What was the date of death? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
No change.	V05.	What was this victim's date of birth? Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _	V05.	What was this victim's date of birth? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
No change.	V06.	What was this victim's age in years at the time of death? _ _ 01-∞=actual age in years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V06.	What was this victim's age in years at the time of death? _ _ _Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01-∞=actual age in years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No change.	V07.	What was this victim's gender? _ _ 1=male 2=female 3=transgender 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V07.	What was this victim's gender? _ _ Do NOT read options 1=male 2=female 3=transgender 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No change.	V08.	What was the victim's race? _ _ 1 White 2 Black or African American 3 American Indian or Alaska Native 4 Asian Indian 5 Chinese 6 Filipino 7 Japanese 8 Korean 9 Vietnamese 10 Other Asian 11 Native Hawaiian 12 Guamanian or Chamorro 13 Samoan 14 Other Pacific Islander 15 Other (Specify) ______________ 88 Unknown—a person’s race is unknown 99 Refused to Answer	V08.	What was the victim's race? _ _ Do NOT read Options 1 White 2 Black or African American 3 American Indian or Alaska Native 4 Asian Indian 5 Chinese 6 Filipino 7 Japanese 8 Korean 9 Vietnamese 10 Other Asian 11 Native Hawaiian 12 Guamanian or Chamorro 13 Samoan 14 Other Pacific Islander 15 Other (V08a. If Other selected, please specify: _________________ ) 88 Unknown—a person’s race is unknown 99 Refused to Answer
Revised - options reworded in order to capture multiple responses to question. See LE 2015, question O07.	V09.	Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? _ (One or more categories may be selected) 1 Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin 2 Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a 3 Yes, Puerto Rican 4 Yes, Cuban 5 Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin 8 Unknown if victim is of Hispanic or Latino origin 9 Refused to Answer	V09.	Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected) Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no Code {V09a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin {V09b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a {V09c} Puerto Rican {V09d} Cuban {V09e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin {V09f} Unknown {V09g} Refused to Answer
No change.	V10.	Which of the following best describes the victim's family structure/living arrangements at the time of death? _ _ 01= two-parent nuclear family 02= single parent household 03= lives with adult relative other than parent 04= lives with legal guardian 05= lives independently 06= foster care 07= residential institution 66= other (specify:...................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V10.	Which of the following best describes the victim's family structure/living arrangements at the time of death? _ _ Read options 01= two-parent nuclear family 02= single parent household 03= lives with adult relative other than parent 04= lives with legal guardian 05= lives independently 06= foster care 07= residential institution 66= other (V10a: If Other selected, please specify: ¬¬¬¬¬¬_________________ ) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No change.	V11.	Individuals often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the victim associated with any distinct peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused	V11.	Individuals often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the victim associated with any distinct peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused*
No change.	V11a.	What group(s) were they affiliated with? Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V11a.	If yes, what group(s) were they affiliated with? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................................
No change.	V12.	In the year prior to this event, did the victim leave an existing peer group? 1=yes Specify____________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V12.	In the year prior to this event, did the victim leave an existing peer group? 1=yes (V12a. If yes, please specify _______________________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No change.	V13	In the year prior to this event, did the victim join a new peer group? 1=yes Specify____________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V13	In the year prior to this event, did the victim join a new peer group? 1=yes (V13a. If yes, please specify _______________________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No change.	V14.	Did the victim use alcohol or drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V14.	Did the victim use alcohol or other drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No change.	V14a.	What types of substances did the victim use? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V14a.	If yes, what types of substances did the victim use? Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised - word changed from "death" to " the fatal Incident" for consistency purposes. See LE 2015, question V15.	V15.	Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V15.	Was there evidence that the victim was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the fatal incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised - word changed from "death" to "fatal Incident" for consistency purposes. See LE 2015, question V16.	V16.	At the time of death, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V16.	At the time of the fatal incident, was the victim perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V17.	V17.	Was the victim carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V17.	Was the victim carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V17a.	V18.	At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this victim carrying? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapon Code a) firearm Specify b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade c) bat, pipe, chain, or other object d) rope or wire e) other Specify	V17a.	At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this victim carrying? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapon Code {O17a1} firearm {O17a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify {O17a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade {O17a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object {O17a4} rope or wire {O17a5} other {O17a5.1} If other selected, please specify
No Change in question - renumbered as V17b	V19.	Where did this victim obtain these weapons? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapons source Code a) from home specify weapon b) from friend or relative outside household specify weapon c) purchased for himself/herself specify weapon d) stolen specify weapon e) home-made weapon f) weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon) g) from the victim specify weapon h) other _ specify weapon	V17b.	Where did this victim obtain these weapons? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapons source Code {O17b1} from home {O17b1.1} specify weapon {O17b2} from friend or relative outside household {O17b2.1} specify weapon {O17b3} purchased for himself/herself {O17b3.1} specify weapon {O17b4} stolen {O17b4.1} specify weapon {O17b5} home-made weapon {O17b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon} {O17b7} from the victim {O17b7.1} specify weapon
No Change in question - renumbered as V18.	V20.	What was the highest grade or year of school this victim completed? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-12=last completed grades K-12 13=high school equivalency (GED) 14=some college or trade school 15=college graduate or more 16=never attended 66=other (specify...............................................................................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V18.	What was the highest grade or year of school this victim completed? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-12=last completed grades K-12 13=high school equivalency (GED) 14=some college or trade school 15=college graduate or more 16=never attended 66=other (V18a: If Other selected, please specify: ________________ ) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V19.	V21.	What was the victim's affiliation with the school associated with this death? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01=a student at this school 02=former student at this school 03=a student at another school 04=a teacher at this school* 05=administrator at this school* 06=other staff at this school* 07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)* 08=family member of a student* 09=family member of staff member 10=resident of surrounding community* 11=not associated with the school or community* 12=unidentified victim* 66=other* (specify..........................................................................) 77=not applicable* 88=unknown* 99=refused to answer*	V19.	What was the victim's affiliation with the school associated with this death? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01=a student at this school 02=former student at this school 03=a student at another school 04=a teacher at this school* 05=administrator at this school* 06=other staff at this school* 07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)* 08=family member of a student* 09=family member of staff member 10=resident of surrounding community* 11=not associated with the school or community* 12=unidentified victim* 66=other* (V19a: If Other selected, please specify: ......................................) 77=not applicable* 88=unknown* 99=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V20.	V22	How many years had the victim attended his or her school? Do NOT read options; code leading zeros 00=less than one school year 01-12=number of years 13=more than 12 years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V20	How many years had the victim attended his or her school? Do NOT read options; code leading zeros 00=less than one school year 01-12=number of years 13=more than 12 years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V21.	V23.	What extracurricular activities was the victim involved in? To be coded later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V21.	What extracurricular activities was the victim involved in? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised wording of question to only before the incident, as victim would be deceased after incident. Imminent crises captured by another question. See LE 2015 question V22.	V24.	Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V22.	Did the victim experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V22a.	V24a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................	V22a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as V23.	V25.	Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V23.	Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V24a.	V25a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V23a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised wording of question to only before the incident, as victim would be deceased after incident. Imminent crises captured by another question. See LE 2015 question V24.	V26	Did any the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V24	Did the victim experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V24a.	V26a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V24a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ......................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as V25.	V27.	Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V25.	Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V25a.	V27a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V25a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question, as victim would be deceased after incident. Imminent crises captured by another question. .See LE 2015, question V26.	V28.	Did any the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V26.	Did the victim experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V26a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V27.
No Change	V28a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V26a	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change	V29.	Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V27.	Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V27a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V28.
No Change	V29a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ........................................................................................................................................	V27a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture whether a relationship-related crisis was experienced prior to the incident.			V28.	Did the victim experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before the incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V28a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V29.
New Question - Added to capture the context of the relationship-related crisis experienced prior to the incident.			V28a	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture whether a relationship-related crisis was imminent within two weeks of the incident.			V29.	Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer* If yes, proceed to V29a; *If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question V30.
New Question - Added to capture the context of the imminent relationship-related crisis.			V29A.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised to include additional behaviors. See LE 2015, item number V30.	V30.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {V30a} disobeying authority figure {V30b} namecalling, taunting, or teasing peers V30b.1 Face to face? V30b.2 Using Electronic means? {V30c} Verbal threats {V30d} sent written threats {V30e} sent electronic threats {V30f} Bullied peers {V30f} physically threatened peers {V30g} physically fought with peers {V30h} damaged another's personal property {V30i} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {V30j}stole another's personal property {V30k} truancy (skipped school) {V30l} possessed / used illegal substances {V30m}possessed a weapon	V30.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the victim engage in any of the following behaviors? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {V30a} disobeying authority figure {V30b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers If yes, please complete V30b.1 & V30b.2: V30b.1 Face to face? V30b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer) {V30c} Verbal threats {V30d} sent written threats {V30e} sent electronic threats {V30f} Bullied peers {V30g} physically threatened peers {V30h} physically fought with peers {V30i} damaged another's personal property {V30j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {V30k} stole another's personal property {V30l} truancy (skipped school) {V30m} possessed / used illegal substances {V30n} possessed a weapon {V30o} physically threatened an authority figure
No Change	V31.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this individual victimized in any of the following ways? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Type Code {V31.a} called names by peers {V31.b} bullied by peers {V31.c} had personal property damaged or stolen {V31.d}verbally threatened by peers {V31.e}received written threats {V31.f} electronic threats {V31.g}physically threatened by peers {V31.h}physically assaulted by peers	V31.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this individual victimized in any of the following ways? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Type Code {V31a} called names by peers {V31b} bullied by peers {V31c} had personal property damaged or stolen {V31d} verbally threatened by peers {V31e} received written threats {V31f} electronic threats {V31g} physically threatened by peers {V31h} physically assaulted by peers
Revised. - expanded question to include additional services and specification. See LE 2015, item number V32.	V32	At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V32	At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? Do not read options 1=yes (V32a. If yes, please specify. ____________________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - two items removed reflecting behaviors. See LE 2015, item number V33.	V33.	In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code { V33a} guidance counseling / advising { V33b} psychological counseling {V33c} Psychiatric or mental health services {V33d} social services {V33e} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities) {V33f} other services Specify	V33.	In the year prior to this event, did this victim receive any of the following services? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code {V33a} guidance counseling / advising {V33b} social services {V33c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities, such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation) {V33d} other services {V33d.1} If Other selected, please specify:
No Change	V34.	In the year prior to this event, was this victim ever treated for depression? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V34.	In the year prior to this event, was this victim ever treated for depression? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised. - wording added to include example of professional treatment and question renumbered as V35.	V35.	Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V35.	Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _ Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as V35a.	V36.	If yes, What specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated? To be coded later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V35a.	If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture the type of setting in which the alleged offender was treated for mental health problems.			V35b	In what type of setting were they treated? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as V36.	V37.	Did this victim have a documented family history of ..... Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {V37.a} alcoholism {V37.b} drug abuse {V37.c} intimate partner violence {V37.d} sexual violence {V37.e}attempted / completed suicide {V37.f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)	V36.	Did this victim have a documented family history of .... Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options) Code {V36a} alcoholism {V36b} drug abuse {V36c} intimate partner violence {V36d} sexual violence {V36e} attempted / completed suicide {V36f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
No Change in question - renumbered as V37.	V38.	Did this victim suffer Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {V38.a} physical child abuse {V38.b} sexual child abuse {V38.c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child {V38.d} neglect {V38.e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence {V38.f} victimization in sexual violence	V37.	Did this victim suffer Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options) Code {V37a} physical child abuse {V37b} sexual child abuse {V37c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child {V37d} neglect {V37e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence {V37f} victimization in sexual violence
No Change in question - renumbered as V38.	V39.	To the best of your knowledge, did this victim have a suspected family history of ..... Read only those options not confirmed above, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {V39.1} alcoholism {V39.2} drug abuse {V39.3} intimate partner violence {V39.4} sexual violence {V39.5}attempted / completed suicide {V39.6} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)	V38.	To the best of your knowledge, did this victim have a suspected family history of .... Read only those options not confirmed above, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {V38a} alcoholism {V38b} drug abuse {V38c} intimate partner violence {V38d} sexual violence {V38e} attempted / completed suicide {V38f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
No Change in question - renumbered as V39.	V40.	Which of the following situations best describes this victim's death? Read options; code leading zero 01= single victim suicide* 02= multiple victim suicide* 03= single victim homicide; unknown number of offenders 04= single victim homicide; single offender 05= single victim homicide; multiple offenders 06= multiple victim homicide; unknown number of offenders 07= multiple victim homicide; single offender 08= multiple victim homicide; multiple offenders 09= combination murder/suicide 10= intention undetermined 66= other (specify........................................................................................................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V39.	Which of the following situations best describes this victim's death? Read options; code leading zero 01= single victim suicide* 02= multiple victim suicide* (i.e., suicide pact) 03= single victim homicide; unknown number of offenders 04= single victim homicide; single offender 05= single victim homicide; multiple offenders 06= multiple victim homicide; unknown number of offenders 07= multiple victim homicide; single offender 08= multiple victim homicide; multiple offenders 09= combination murder/suicide 10= intention undetermined 66= other (V39a: If Other selected, please specify...................................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
New Question - Added to capture information on whether the victim ever engaged in non-suicidal self harm			V40.	Did the victim ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
New Question - Added to identify to whom self-harm behavior may have been reported.			V40a..	To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options) Code {V40a1} no one {V40a2} parents {V40a3} other family {V40a4} peers {V40a5} school staff {V40a6} other medical/mental health professional {V40a7} other {V40a7a} If Other selected, please specify: {V40a8} not applicable {V40a9} unknown {V40a10} refused to answer
New Question - Added to capture information on what actions the school took in response to reports of victim's self-harm behavior			V40b.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior? ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change	V41.	Do you have any knowledge that this victim had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Signs Code {V41.a} Thoughts/threats of suicide {V41.b} Plans of suicide {V41.c} Previous suicide attempts	V41.	Do you have any knowledge that this victim had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options) Signs Code {V41a} Thoughts/threats of suicide {V41b} Plans of suicide {V41c} Previous suicide attempts
No Change in question - renumbered as V41d.	V42.	To whom was this suicidal behavior reported? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. Code 01=no one 02=parents 03=other family 04=peers 05=school staff 06=other medical/mental health professional 66=other Specify 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V41d.	To whom was this suicidal behavior reported? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. Code {V41d1} no one {V41d2} parents {V41d3} other family {V41d4} peers {V41d5} school staff {V41d6} other medical/mental health professional {V41d7} other {V41d7a}: If Other selected, please specify {V41d8} not applicable {V41d9} unknown {V41d10} refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V41e.	V43.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior? ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	V41e.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior? ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as V42.	V44.	Did perceptions about the victim being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their victimization? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V42.	Did perceptions about the victim being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their victimization? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V43.	V45.	Were there any victims that suffered nonfatal injuries at the time of this event? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* (insert prompt to skip the next set of questions) 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	V43.	Were there any victims that suffered nonfatal injuries at the time of this event? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V43a.	V46.	How many persons suffered non-fatal injuries at the time of this event? 01-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V43a.	How many persons suffered non-fatal injuries at the time of this event? 01-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V43b.	V47.	How many victims that suffered nonfatal injuries required hospital admission? 00-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries that required hospital admission 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	V43b.	How many victims that suffered non-fatal injuries required hospital admission? 00-##=actual number of nonfatal injuries that required hospital admission 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as V44.	V48.	How many alleged offenders were responsible for the victim's death? Do NOT read options (PROBE: alleged offender = legally charged as offender) 0=none, death was self-inflicted 1-5=actual number of offenders* 6=more than 5* 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	V44.	How many alleged offenders were responsible for the victim's death? Do NOT read options (PROBE: alleged offender = legally charged as offender) 0=none, death was self-inflicted 1-5=actual number of offenders* 6=more than 5* 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
QUESTIONS about Alleged Offender
No Change	CaseID	Case ID Number Case number is assigned by study coordinator. _ _ _ _ _	CaseID	Case ID Number _ _ _ _ Case number is assigned by study coordinator.
No Change	O01.	How many alleged offenders were officially charged for this incident? Write in actual number. _ _	O01.	How many alleged offenders were officially charged for this incident? _ _ Write in actual number.
No Change	O01a.	Offender Number Number for this offender is assigned by the primary data collector.	O01a.	Offender Number _ Number for this alleged offender is assigned by the primary data collector
No Change	O02.	What was this alleged offender's date of birth? Record month/date/year, code leading zeros, code four-digit years _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _	O02.	What was this alleged offender's date of birth? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros, code four-digit years
Revised age to 3 digit field to allow 100 years of age.	O03.	What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death?_ _ 01-∞=actual age in years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O03.	What was this alleged offender's age in years at time of victim's death? _ _ _ Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01-100=actual age in years 777=not applicable 888=unknown 999=refused to answer
No Change	O04.	What was this alleged offender's gender? 1=male 2=female 3=transgender 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O04.	What was this alleged offender's gender? Do NOT read options 1=male 2=female 3=transgender 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change	O05.	What was this alleged offender's race? 1 White 2 Black or African American 3 American Indian or Alaska Native 4 Asian Indian 5 Chinese 6 Filipino 7 Japanese 8 Korean 9 Vietnamese 10 Other Asian 11 Native Hawaiian 12 Guamanian or Chamorro 13 Samoan 14 Other Pacific Islander 15 Other (Specify) ______________ 88 Unknown—a person’s race is unknown 99 Refused to Answer	O05.	What was this alleged offender's race? Do NOT read options 1 =White 2 =Black or African American 3 =American Indian or Alaska Native 4 =Asian Indian 5 =Chinese 6=Filipino 7=Japanese 8=Korean 9=Vietnamese 10=Other Asian 11=Native Hawaiian 12=Guamanian or Chamorro 13=Samoan 14=Other Pacific Islander 15=Other (O05a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________) 88 =Unknown—a person’s race is unknown 99=Refused to Answer
Revised - options reworded in order to capture multiple responses to question. See LE 2015, question O07.	O06.	Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a ,or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected) origin? 1 Not Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin 2 Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a 3 Yes, Puerto Rican 4 Yes, Cuban 5 Yes, another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin 9 Unknown if elder is of Hispanic or Latino origin	O06.	Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin? (One or more categories may be selected)? Do NOT read options Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no Code {O06a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin {O06b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a {O06c} Puerto Rican {O06d} Cuban {O06e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin {O06f} Unknown {O06g} Refused to answer
No Change	O07.	Which of the following best describes this alleged offender's family structure or living arrangements at the time of the victim's death? 01= two-parent nuclear family 02= single parent household 03= lives with adult relative other than parent 04= lives with legal guardian 05= lives independently 06= foster care 07= residential institution 66= other (specify:...................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O07.	Which of the following best describes this alleged offender's family structure or living arrangements at the time of the victim's death? Read options 01= two-parent nuclear family 02= single parent household 03= lives with adult relative other than parent 04= lives with legal guardian 05= lives independently 06= foster care 07= residential institution 66= other (O07a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change	O08.	Had this alleged offender ever been arrested before the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O08.	Had this alleged offender ever been arrested before the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change	O09.	Had this alleged offender ever been charged with a crime before the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O09.	Had this alleged offender ever been charged with a crime before the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change	O09a.	What types of charges did the alleged offender face? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O09a.	What types of charges did the alleged offender face? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change	O09b.	Which charges resulted in convictions? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O09b.	Which charges resulted in convictions? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change	O10.	Youth often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the alleged offender associated with any distinct peer group? 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused	O10.	Youth often affiliate with distinct peer groups. To your knowledge, was the alleged offender associated with any distinct peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused*
No Change	O10a.	What group(s) were they affiliated with? Code later ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O10a.	What group(s) were they affiliated with? Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised. - wording added "alleged" and question renumbered as O10b.	O11	In the year prior to this event, did the offender leave an existing peer group? 1=yes Specify _________________________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O10b.	In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender leave an existing peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O10b1. If yes, please specify ____________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - wording added "alleged" and question renumbered as O10c.	O12	In the year prior to this event, did the offender or join a new peer group? 1=yes Specify_____________ 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O10c.	In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender or join a new peer group? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O10c1. If yes, please specify _____________________) 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
Revised. - wording change from "death" to "incident" and renumbered to O11.	O13.	Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O11.	Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O11a.	O13a.	What types of substances did the alleged offender use? Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O11a.	If yes, what types of substances did the alleged offender use? Code later ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O12.	O14.	Was there evidence that this alleged offender was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O12.	Was there evidence that this alleged offender was intoxicated with alcohol or drugs at the time of the victim's death? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O13.	O15.	At the time of death, was the alleged offender perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O13.	At the time of death, was the alleged offender perceived by self or others to have a problem with, or to be addicted to, alcohol or other drugs? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O14.	O16.	What was the relationship of this alleged offender to the victim? code written responses later 01= relatives (specify..................) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (specify......................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O14.	What was the relationship of this alleged offender to the victim? Read options; code written responses later 01= relatives (O14a: If relatives selected, specify relationship________________) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06= fellow student at school, but not classmate 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (O14b: If Other selected, please specify_______________________) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O15.	O17.	Was this alleged offender carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O15.	Was this alleged offender carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O15a.	O18.	At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this alleged offender carrying? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapon Code a) firearm Specify b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade c) bat, pipe, chain, or other object d) rope or wire e) other Specify	O15a.	At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this alleged offender carrying? (Answer all options) Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapon Code {O15a1} firearm {O15a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify {O15a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade {O15a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object {O15a4} rope or wire {O15a5} other {O15a5.1} If other selected, please specify
No Change in question - renumbered as O15b.	O19.	Where did this alleged offender obtain these weapons? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapons source Code a) from home specify weapon b) from friend or relative outside household specify weapon c) purchased for himself/herself specify weapon d) stolen specify weapon e) home-made weapon f) weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon) g) from the victim specify weapon h) other _ specify weapon	O15b.	Where did this alleged offender obtain these weapons? (Answer all options) Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown Weapons source Code {O15b1} from home {O15b1.1} specify weapon {O15b2} from friend or relative outside household {O15b2.1} specify weapon {O15b3} purchased for himself/herself {O15b3.1} specify weapon {O15b4} stolen {O15b4.1} specify weapon {O15b5} home-made weapon {O15b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon} {O15b7} from the victim {O15b7.1} specify weapon {O15b8} other {O15b8.1} specify weapon
No Change in question - renumbered as O16.	O20.	What was the highest grade or year of school this alleged offender completed? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-12=last completed grades K-12 13=high school equivalency (GED) 14=some college or trade school 15=college graduate or more 16=never attended 66=other (specify..................) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O16.	What was the highest grade or year of school this alleged offender completed? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 00-12=last completed grades K-12 13=high school equivalency (GED) 14=some college or trade school 15=college graduate or more 16=never attended 66=other (O16a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________) 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O17.	O21.	What was this alleged offender's affiliation with the school associated with the victim's death? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 01=a student at this school 02=former student at this school 03=a student at another school 04=a teacher at this school* 05=administrator at this school* 06=other staff at this school* 07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)* 08=family member of a student* 09family member of staff member 10=resident of surrounding community* 11=not associated with the school or community* 12=unidentified victim* 66=other* (specify............................................................................) 77=not applicable* 88=unknown* 99=refused to answer*	O17.	What was this alleged offender's affiliation with the school associated with the victim's death? Do NOT read options, code leading zero 02=former student at this school 03=a student at another school 04=a teacher at this school* 05=administrator at this school* 06=other staff at this school* 07=security guard or law enforcement officer (SRO)* 08=family member of a student* 09family member of staff member 10=resident of surrounding community* 11=not associated with the school or community* 12=unidentified victim* 66=other* (O17a: If Other selected, please specify_______________________) 77=not applicable* 88=unknown* 99=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O18.	O22.	For how many years has this alleged offender attended his or her school? Do NOT read options; code leading zeros 00=less than one school year 01-12=number of years 13=more than 12 years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O18.	For how many years has this alleged offender attended his or her school? Do NOT read options; code leading zeros 00=less than one school year 01-12=number of years 13=more than 12 years 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O19.	O23.	What extracurricular activities was this alleged offender involved in at the time of the victim's death? to be coded later; please note the sources. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O19.	What extracurricular activities was this alleged offender involved in at the time of the victim's death? to be coded later; please note the sources. ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question, as imminent crises are captured by another item.See SH 2015, question O20.	O24.	Did any the offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O20.	Did the alleged offender experience any school-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O20a.	O24a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O20a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ...................................................................................................................................... ...................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O21.	O25.	Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O21.	Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O21a.	O25a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O21a.	Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Revised - rephrased time-frame of question, as imminent crises are captured by another item.See SH 2015, question O22.	O26.	Did any the offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O22.	Did the alleged offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O22a.	O26a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O22a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O23.	O27.	Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O23.	Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O23a.	O27a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O23a.	Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O24.	O28.	Did the alleged offender experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before or after this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O24.	Did the alleged offender experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O24a.	O28a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O24a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O25.	O29.	Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of the this incident? If yes, please specify : Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*	O25.	Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O25a.	O29a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O25a.	Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture whether a relationship-related crisis was experienced prior to the incident.			Q26.	Did the alleged offender experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question - Added to capture the context of the relationship-related crisis experienced prior to the incident.			Q26a.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events experienced. Code later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture whether a relationship-related crisis was imminent within two weeks of the incident.			Q27.	Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question - Added to capture the context of the imminent relationship-related crisis.			O27a.	Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may have been imminent. Code later ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O28.	O30.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the alleged offender engage in any of the following behaviors? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {O30.a} disobeying authority figure {O30.b} namecalling, taunting, or teasing peers O30b.1 Face to face? O30b.2 Using Electronic means? {O30.c} Verbal threats {O30.d} sent written threats {O30.e} sent electronic threats {O30.f} Bullied peers {O30.f} physically threatened peers {O30.g} physical fought with peers {O30.h} damaged another's personal property {O30.i} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {O30.j}stole another's personal property {O30.k} truancy (skipped school) {O30.l} possessed / used illegal substances {O30.m}possessed a weapon	O28.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event did the alleged offender engage in any of the following behaviors? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Behavior Code {O28a} disobeying authority figure {O28b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers If yes to O28b, please complete O28b.1 & O28b.2: O28b.1 Face to face? O28b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer) {O28c} verbal threats {O28d} sent written threats {O28e} sent electronic threats {O28f} bullied peers {O28g} physically threatened peers {O28h} physically fought with peers {O28i} damaged another's personal property {O28j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) {O28k} stole another's personal property {O28l} truancy (skipped school) {O28m} possessed / used illegal substances {O28n} possessed a weapon
No Change in question - renumbered as O28.	O31.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this alleged offender victimized in any of the following ways? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Type Code {O31.a} called names by peers {O31.b} bullied by peers {O31.c} had personal property damaged or stolen {O31.d}verbally threatened by peers {O31.e}received written threats {O31.f} electronic threats {O31.g}physically threatened by peers {O31.h}physically assaulted by peers	O29.	To the best of your knowledge, in the 12 months prior to this event was this alleged offender victimized in any of the following ways? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Type Code {O29a} called names by peers {O29b} bullied by peers {O29c} had personal property damaged or stolen {O29d} verbally threatened by peers {O29e} received written threats {O29f} electronic threats {O29g} physically threatened by peers {O29h} physically assaulted by peers
Revised. - wording added to include example of types of problems experienced and question renumbered as O30.	O32.	At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O30.	At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? Do NOT read options 1=yes (O30a: If yes, please specify__________________________________) 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O28.	O33.	In the year prior to this event, did this alleged offender receive any of the following services? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code {O33.a} guidance counseling / advising {O33.b} psychological counseling {O33.c} Psychiatric or mental health services {O33.d} social services {O33.e} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities) {O33.f} other services Specify	O31.	In the year prior to this event, did this alleged offender receive any of the following services? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Services Code {O31a} guidance counseling / advising {O31b} social services {O31c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities), such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation {O31d} other services {O31d.1} If Other selected, please specify
No Change in question - renumbered as O34.	O34.	In the year prior to this event, was this alleged offender ever treated for depression? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O32.	In the year prior to this event, was this alleged offender ever treated for depression? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
Revised. - wording added to include example of professional treatment and question renumbered as O35.	O35.	Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O33.	Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _ Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O33a.	O35a.	If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated? To be coded later ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O33a.	If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
New Question - Added to capture the type of setting in which the alleged offender was treated for mental health problems.			O33b.	In what type of setting were they treated (e.g., inpatient, outpatient)? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O34.	O36.	Did this alleged offender have a documented family history of ..... Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {O36.a} alcoholism {O36.b} drug abuse {O36.c} intimate partner violence {O36.d} sexual violence {O36.e}attempted / completed suicide {O36.f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)	O34.	Did this alleged offender have a documented family history of .... Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options) Code {O34a} alcoholism {O34b} drug abuse {O34c} intimate partner violence {O34d} sexual violence {O34e} attempted / completed suicide {O34f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…)
No Change in question - renumbered as O35.	O37.	Did this alleged offender suffer Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Code {O37.a} physical child abuse {O37.b} sexual child abuse {O37.c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child {O37.d} neglect {O37.e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence {O37.f} victimization in sexual violence	O35.	Did this alleged offender suffer Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options) Code {O35a} physical child abuse {O35b} sexual child abuse {O35c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child {O35d} neglect {O35e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence {O35f} victimization in sexual violence
New Question - Added to capture information on whether alleged offender ever engaged in non-suicidal self harm			O36.	Did the alleged offender ever do something to purposely hurt him/herself without wanting to die, such as cutting or burning him/herself on purpose, engaging in the choking game, etc.? Do not read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
New Question - Added to identify to whom self-harm behavior may have been reported.			O36a.	To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? Do not read options (Answer all options) Code {O36a1} no one {O36a2} parents {O36a3} other family {O36a4} peers {O36a5} school staff {O36a6} other medical/mental health professional {O36a7} other {O36a7a} If Other selected, please specify: {O36a8} not applicable {O36a9} unknown {O36a10} refused to answer
New Question - Added to capture information on what actions the school took in response to reports of offender's self-harm behavior			O36b.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior? .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O37.	O38.	Do you have any knowledge that this alleged offender had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Signs Code {O38.a} Thoughts/threats of suicide {O38.b} Plans of suicide {O38.c} Previous suicide attempts	O37	Do you have any knowledge that this alleged offender had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Signs Code {O37a} Thoughts/threats of suicide {O37b} Plans of suicide {O37c} Previous suicide attempts
No Change in question - renumbered as O37d.	O39.	To whom was this suicidal behavior reported? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. Code 01=no one 02=parents 03=other family 04=peers 05=school staff 06=other medical/mental health professional 66=other Specify 77=not applicable 88=unknown 99=refused to answer	O37d.	To whom was this suicidal behavior reported? Do not read options; Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. Code {O37d1} no one {O37d2} parents {O37d3} other family {O37d4} peers {O37d5} school staff {O37d6} other medical/mental health professional {O37d7} other {O37d7a}) If Other selected, please specify {O37d8} not applicable {O37d9} unknown {O37d10} refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O37e.	O40.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior? To be coded later ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ......................................................................................................................................	O37e.	What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior? To be coded later .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .............................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O38.	O41.	Was this alleged offender fatally injured during the event? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O38.	Was this alleged offender fatally injured during the event? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no* 7=not applicable* 8=unknown* 9=refused to answer*
No Change in question - renumbered as O39.	O42.	What was the date of the injury event? Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _	O39.	What was the date of the injury event? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
No Change in question - renumbered as O40.	O43.	What was the time of the injury event? Record in military time _ _ _ _	O40.	What was the time of the injury event? _ _: _ _ Record in military time
No Change in question - renumbered as O41.	O44.	What was the date of death? Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _	O41.	What was the date of death? _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _ Record month/date/year, code leading zeros (code four-digit years)
No Change in question - renumbered as O42.	O45.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives. Motive Code a) single suicide b) suicide pact c) alleged offender killed by law enforcement or security personnel d) alleged offender killed by civilian during commission of a crime e) other specif y	O42.	What were the motives for the fatal injury? Read options, Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives. Motive Code {O42a} single suicide {O42b} suicide pact {O42c} victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel {O42d} victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime {O42e} other {O42e1} If Other selected, please specify:
No Change in question - renumbered as O43.	O46.	Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between the principles, etc. Code later ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................	O43.	Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc. Code later .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
No Change in question - renumbered as O44.	O47.	What was the method of fatal injury? Weapon Code a) firearm Specify b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade c) bat, pipe, chain, or other object d) rope or wire e) other Specify	O44.	What was the method of fatal injury? Weapon Code {O44a} firearm {O44a1}) - If firearm selected, please specify {O44b} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade {O44c} bat, pipe, chain, or other object {O44d} rope or wire {O44e} other {O44} - If Other selected, please specify
No Change in question - renumbered as O45.	O48.	Did perceptions about the offender being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their perpetration? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O45.	Did perceptions about the alleged offender being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their perpetration? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O46.	O49.	Was there evidence that this alleged offender was targeting a specific person or group? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O46.	Was there evidence that this alleged offender was targeting a specific person or group? Do NOT read options 1=yes 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer
No Change in question - renumbered as O47.	O50.	Was there another alleged offender, in addition to the one we just discussed, involved in this event? Do NOT read options 1=yes* 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer	O47.	Was there another alleged offender, in addition to the one we just discussed, involved in this event? Do NOT read options 1=yes* 2=no 7=not applicable 8=unknown 9=refused to answer