Attachment D - Data Collection Instruments – Law Enforcement Data Abstraction Tool
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
Division of Violence Prevention
School Associated Violent Deaths in the United States
Data Collection Instrument
LAW ENFORCEMENT DATA ABSTRACTION TOOL
INSTRUCTIONS:
CDC Staff Investigators should record their investigator number in space provided.
Record the preassigned Event Number in the space provided.
Investigators should abstract all information from the law enforcement report received for the assigned incident.
Date of data collection (code four-digit years) _ _/_ _/_ _ _ _
Investigator Identifier Code _ _
Case ID Number _ _ _ _ _
General Questions
G01. 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* (G01a- If Other selected, please specify...................................................................)
8= unknown*
*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. Is there any indication that this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
S02. At the time when the event occurred did the school use security personnel? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to S02a & S02b.
*If answer is 2 -8, 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.
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
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S03a) Were they full time? (e.g., 8 hours/day) |
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S03b) At any time during school hours |
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S03c) While students were arriving and/or leaving |
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S03d) At selected school activities (e.g., athletic and social events, open houses, science fairs) |
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S03e) When school/school activities not occurring |
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S03f) Other |
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S03f.1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04. 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 |
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S04a) Walk Through Metal Detectors |
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If yes, proceed to S04a1 & S04a2; if no, proceed to S04b. |
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S04a1) |
If yes, how often? |
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1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never |
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S04a2) |
Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) |
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S04a2.a) Main entry |
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S04a2.b) Secondary entries |
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S04a2.c) Other |
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S04a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04b) Hand Held Metal Detectors |
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If yes, proceed to S04b1 & S04b2; if no, proceed to S04c. |
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S04b1) |
If yes, how often? |
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1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never |
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S04b2) |
Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) |
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S04b2.a) Main entry |
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S04b2.b) Secondary entries |
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S04b2.c) Other |
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S04b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04c) Surveillance Cameras |
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If yes, proceed to S04c1 – S064e3; if no, proceed to S04d. |
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S04c1) |
If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) |
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S04c1.a) On school days before classes or official school activities began |
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S04c1.b) While classes were being held |
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S04c1.c) During lunch, recess, or other breaks, |
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S04c1.d) During class changes |
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S04c1.e) Immediately after school |
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S04c1.f) During after school practice or detention |
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S04c1.g) After official activities |
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S04c1.h) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks)
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S04c1.i) Cameras only used as visual detterent |
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S04c2) |
If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option) |
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S04c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior |
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S04c2.b) Athletic areas |
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S04c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior |
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S04c2.d) Corridors |
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S04c2.e) Other |
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S04c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04c3) |
If yes, when were the surveillance cameras monitored? (Answer each option) |
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S04c3.a) Always |
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S04c3.b) Occasionally |
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S04c3.c) After an incident |
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S04c3.d) Rarely |
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S04d) Communication Devices |
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If yes, proceed to S04d1; if no, proceed to S04e. |
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S04d1) |
If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option) |
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S04d1.a) 2-way radios |
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S04d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms |
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S04d1.c) Mass text messages |
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S04d1.d) Mass emails |
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S04d1.e) Other |
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S04d1.e.1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04e) Access Restrictions |
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If yes, proceed to S04e1; if no, proceed to SOC01. |
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S04e1) |
Proximity or card swipe access for staff |
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If yes, proceed to S04e1a; if no, proceed to S04e2. |
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S04e1.a) |
If yes, where? (Answer each option) |
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S04e1.a1) Main building(s) / areas |
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S04e1.a2) Parking lot(s) |
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S04e1.a3) Other |
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S04e1.a3.1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04e2) |
Intrusion Alarm Systems |
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If yes, proceed to S04e2a & S04e2b; if no, proceed to SOC01. |
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S04e2.a) |
If yes, where? (Answer each option) |
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S04e2.a1) Main building(s) / areas |
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S04e2.a2) Parking lot(s) |
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S04e2.a3) Other |
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S04e2.a1.1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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S04e2.b) |
If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) |
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S04e2.b1) on school days before classes or official school activities began |
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S04e2.b2) While classes were being held |
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S04e2.b3) During lunch, recess, or other breaks, |
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S04e2.b4) During class changes |
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S04e2.b5) immediately after school |
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S04e2.b6) During after school practice or detention |
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S04e2.b7) After official activities |
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S04e2.b8) On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) |
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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. Is there any indication that this school ever experienced another violent death that meets this definition? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
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)? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to SOC02a – SOC02b;
*If answer is 2 -8, skip to Question #SOC03.
SOC02a. Please indicate the number of Sworn Law Enforcement Officers used. _ _ _
Code leading zero
00-∞=actual number
777=not applicable
888=unknown
SOC02b. Please indicate the Number of Private Security Officers used _ _ _
Code leading zero
00-∞=actual number
777=not applicable
888=unknown
SOC03. 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 |
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SOC03a) Walk Through Metal Detectors |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03a1 & SOC03a2; if no, proceed to SOC03b. |
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SOC03a1) |
If yes, how often? |
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1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never |
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SOC03a2) |
Where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03a2.a) Main entry |
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SOC03a2.b) Secondary entries |
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SOC03a2.c) Other |
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SOC03a2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
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SOC03b) Hand Held Metal Detectors |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03b1 & SOC03b2; if no, proceed to SOC03c. |
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SOC03b1) |
If yes, how often? |
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1 - Daily 2 - 2 to 3 times per week 3 - Weekly 4 - Biweekly 5 - As warranted 6 - Randomly 7 - Never |
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SOC03b2) |
If yes, where were the walk through metal detectors used? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03b2.a) Main entry |
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SOC03b2.b) Secondary entries |
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SOC03b2.c) Other |
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SOC03b2.c1) If Other selected, please specify:
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SOC03c) Surveillance Cameras |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03c1 - SOC03c3; if no, proceed to SOC03d. |
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SOC03c1) |
If yes, When were they used? (Answer each option) |
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1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began |
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2 - While classes were being held |
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3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks, |
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4 - During class changes |
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5 - Immediately after school |
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6 - During after school practice or detention |
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7 - After official activities |
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8 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) |
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9 - Cameras only used as visual detterent |
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SOC03c2) |
If yes, where were the surveillance cameras used? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03c2.a) Entry/exit areas – exterior |
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SOC03c2.b) Athletic areas |
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SOC03c2.c) Entry/exit areas – interior |
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SOC03c2.d) Corridors |
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SOC03c2.e) Other |
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SOC03c2.e1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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SOC03d) Communication Devices |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03.d1; if no, proceed to SOC03e. |
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SOC03d1 |
If yes, what types of devices were used? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03d1.a) 2-way radios |
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SOC03d1.b) 2-way intercom in most classrooms |
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SOC03d1.c) Mass text messages |
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SOC03d1.d) Mass emails |
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SOC03d1.e) Other |
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SOC03d1.e1) If Other selected, please specify:
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SOC03e) Access Restrictions |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03e1; if no, proceed to SOC03f. |
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SOC03e1) |
Proximity or card swipe access for staff |
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SOC03e2) |
If yes, where? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03e2.a) Main building(s) / areas |
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SOC03e2.b) Parking lot(s) |
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SOC03e2.c) Other |
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SOC03e2.c1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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SOC03f) Intrusion Alarm Systems |
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If yes, proceed to SOC03f1 & SOC03f2; if no, proceed to E01. |
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SOC03f1) |
If yes, where? (Answer each option) |
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SOC03e4.a) Main building(s) / areas |
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SOC03e4.b) Parking lot(s) |
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SOC03e4.c) Other |
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SOC03e4.c1) If Other selected, please specify: |
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SOC03f2) |
If yes, when were they used? (Answer each option) |
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1 - On school days before classes or official school activities began |
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2 - While classes were being held |
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3 - During lunch, recess, or other breaks, |
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4 - During class changes |
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5 - Immediately after school |
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6 - During after school practice or detention |
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5 - After official activities |
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6 - On days when no classes or school events were held (e.g., weekends, holidays, or official school breaks) |
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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 |
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E01b) in a hallway |
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E01c) in a cafeteria |
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E01d) in a gymnasium |
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E01e) in a locker room |
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E01f) in an office |
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E01g) in a stairwell |
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E01h) in a restroom |
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E01i) in a break room or lounge |
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E01j) in an auditorium |
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E01k) on campus lawn or gardens |
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E01l) on sporting fields or playground |
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E01m) in a parking lot |
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E01n) in a driveway |
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E01o) at a bus pickup or drop off point |
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E01p) other indoor location |
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E01p1) If Other selected, please specify:
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E01q) other outdoor location |
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E01q1) If Other selected, please specify:
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E01r) not applicable |
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E01s) unknown |
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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? _ _
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
E03. Which of the following best describes the context in which the injury event occurred? _ _
Code leading zeros
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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
E04. What were the motives for the fatal injury?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option)
Motive |
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E04a) single suicide |
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E04b) suicide pact |
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E04c) drug related |
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E04d) gang related |
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E04e) robbery, attempted robbery |
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E04f) rape, attempted sex crime |
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E04g) dispute over money or property |
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E04h) dispute over romantic relationship |
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E04i) dispute related to sporting event |
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E04j) dispute, other or unspecified |
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E04k) racially or hate crime motivated |
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E04l) victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel |
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E04m) victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime |
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E04n) act of terrorism |
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E04o) random victim |
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E04p) victim was a bystander |
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E04q) victim was intervener assisting a crime victim |
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E04r) mimicking a video game, tv, movie, or other violent media |
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E04s) media-related coverage of a similar event (e.g., violence contagion) |
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E04t) other |
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E04t1) If Other selected, please specify
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E05. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc.
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E06. What was the method of fatal injury?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; (answer each option)
Method |
Code |
E06a) firearm |
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E06a1) If Other selected, please specify
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E06b) knife, razor, box cutter or other blade |
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E06c) beaten with club, bat, pipe, chain, or other object |
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E06d) beaten, no weapon used |
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E06e) motor vehicle |
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E06f) hanging/strangulation/asphyxiation by hanging |
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E06g) poisoning, solid or liquid |
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E06h) asphyxiation by gas |
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E06i) other asphyxiation |
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E06j) other |
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E06j1) If Other selected, please specify
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E06k) not applicable |
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E06l) unknown |
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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 are indicated in the law enforcement report even if they were things that no one might have recognized as a sign at the time they happened.
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option)
Sign |
Code |
{E07a} notes |
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{E07a1} If yes, specify: |
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{E07b} journal entry |
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{E07b1} If yes, specify: |
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{E07c} social media (e.g. blogs, Twitter, wall postings on social networking sites) |
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{E07c1} If yes, specify |
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{E07d} verbal threats |
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{E07d1} If yes, specify |
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{E07e} electronic media (e.g., email messages, IM, or texts via cellphone, voice mail, video etc..) |
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{E07e1} If yes, specify |
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{E07f} other actions (e.g., playful suggestion that person might commit act, voiced suicidal thoughts) |
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{E07f1} If yes, specify |
E08. Did anyone know about the possibility of this event before it happened? _
1=yes (E08a. If yes, please specify _________________________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
9=unknown
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
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E09b.
Code
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E09c.
Code
later |
E09d.
Code
later |
E09e.
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E10. What relationship did the bystander have to the perpetrator(s)? _ _
E10a. Bystander #1
01= relatives (E10a1) specify.............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06=
fellow
student at 07=
community / 08= strangers 66= other (E10a2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown
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E10b. Bystander #2
01= relatives (E10b1) specify............) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06=
fellow student at 07= community / neighborhood acquaintance 08= strangers 66= other (E10b2)specify.............) 77=not applicable 88=unknown
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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 / 08= strangers 66= other (E10c2) specify.........) 77=not applicable 88=unknown
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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 / 08= strangers 66= other (E10d2) specify.........) 77=not applicable 88=unknown
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E10e. Bystander #5
01= relatives (E10e1) specify..........) 02= romantic partner 03= close friend 04= classmate 05= faculty/staff 06=
fellow
student at 07=
community / 08= strangers 66= other (E10e2) specify..........) 77=not applicable 88=unknown
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E11. Did the bystander share the information he or she learned of the planned violence with
others?
1= (E11a. If yes, please specify ________________________________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
9=unknown
If yes, proceed to E11a & E11b;
*If answer is 2 -9, skip to Question #V01.
E11b. With whom was this information shared?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (answer each option)
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{E11b1} no one |
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{E11b2} parents |
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{E11b3} other family |
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{E11b4} peers |
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{E11b5} school staff |
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{E11b6} other medical/mental health professional |
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{E11b7} other |
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{E11b7a} If Other selected, please specify
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{E11b8} not applicable |
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{E11b9} unknown |
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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? _
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Code leading zero
01-∞=actual age in years
77=not applicable
88=unknown
V07. What was this victim's gender? _ _
1=male
2=female
3=transgender
7=not applicable
8=unknown
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 (V08a. If Other selected, please specify: _________________ )
88 Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
V09. Was this victim of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin?
(One or more categories may be selected)
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no
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{V09a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin |
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{V09b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a |
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{V09c} Puerto Rican |
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{V09d} Cuban |
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{V09e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin |
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{V09f} Unknown |
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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 (V10a: If Other selected, please specify: _________________ )
77=not applicable
88=unknown
V11. Individuals often affiliate with distinct peer groups. Is there any indication in the law enforcement report that the victim was associated with any distinct peer group?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V11a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes (V12a. If yes, please specify _______________________________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V12a;
*If answer is 2 -8, skip to Question # V13.
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*
If yes, proceed to V13a;
*If answer is 2 -8, skip to Question # V14.
V14. Did the victim use alcohol or other drugs? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V15a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
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? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
V17. Was the victim carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V17a & V17b;
*If answer is 2 -8, skip to Question # V18.
V17a. At the time of the fatal injury, which of the following types of weapon was this victim
carrying? Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
Weapon |
Code |
{O17a1} firearm |
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{O17a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify |
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{O17a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade |
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{O17a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object |
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{O17a4} rope or wire |
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{O17a5} other |
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{O17a5.1} If other selected, please specify |
V17b. Where did this victim obtain these weapons?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
Weapons source |
Code |
{O17b1} from home |
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{O17b1.1} specify weapon |
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{O17b2} from friend or relative outside household |
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{O17b2.1} specify weapon |
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{O17b3} purchased for himself/herself |
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{O17b3.1} specify weapon |
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{O17b4} stolen |
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{O17b4.1} specify weapon |
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{O17b5} home-made weapon |
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{O17b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon} |
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{O17b7} from the victim |
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{O17b7.1} specify weapon |
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V18. What was the highest grade or year of school this victim completed? _ _
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
V19. What was the victim's affiliation with the school associated with this death? _ _
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*
*If the victim is NOT a student, go to Question #V39.
V20. How many years had the victim attended his or her school? _ _
Code leading zeros
00=less than one school year
01-12=number of years
13=more than 12 years
77=not applicable
88=unknown
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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V22a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V23a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V24a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V25a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V26a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V27a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V28a;
*If answer is 2 -8, skip to Question V.
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?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V29a;
*If answer is 2 -8, 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. Is there any indication in the law enforcement report that, in the 12 months prior to this event the victim engaged in any of the following behaviors?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
Behavior |
Code |
{V30a} disobeying authority figure |
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{V30b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers |
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If yes, please complete V30b.1 & V30b.2: |
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V30b.1 Face to face? |
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V30b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer) |
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{V30c} Verbal threats |
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{V30d} sent written threats |
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{V30e} sent electronic threats |
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{V30f} Bullied peers |
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{V30g} physically threatened peers |
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{V30h} physically fought with peers |
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{V30i} damaged another's personal property |
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{V30j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) |
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{V30k} stole another's personal property |
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{V30l} truancy (skipped school) |
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{V30m} possessed / used illegal substances |
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{V30n} possessed a weapon |
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{V30o} physically threatened an authority figure |
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V31. Is there any indication in the law enforcement report that, in the 12 months prior to this event this individual was victimized in any of the following ways?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
Type |
Code |
{V31a} called names by peers |
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{V31b} bullied by peers |
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{V31c} had personal property damaged or stolen |
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{V31d} verbally threatened by peers |
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{V31e} received written threats |
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{V31f} electronic threats |
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{V31g} physically threatened by peers |
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{V31h} physically assaulted by peers |
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V32. At the time of the event, did this victim have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or
physical health problem? _
1=yes (V32a. If yes, please specify. ____________________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
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 |
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{V33b} social services |
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{V33c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities, such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation) |
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{V33d} other services |
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{V33d.1} If Other selected, please specify:
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V34. In the year prior to this event, was this victim ever treated for depression? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
V35. Had the victim ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V35a & V35b.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question #V36.
V35a. If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
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V35b. In what type of setting were they treated?
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V36. Did this victim have a documented family history of ....
instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
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Code |
{V36a} alcoholism |
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{V36b} drug abuse |
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{V36c} intimate partner violence |
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{V36d} sexual violence |
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{V36e} attempted / completed suicide |
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{V36f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…) |
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V37. Did this victim suffer
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
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Code |
{V37a} physical child abuse |
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{V37b} sexual child abuse |
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{V37c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child |
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{V37d} neglect |
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{V37e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence |
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{V37f} victimization in sexual violence |
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V38. Is there any indication in the law enforcement report that this this victim had a suspected family history of ....
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
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Code |
{V38a} alcoholism |
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{V38b} drug abuse |
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{V38c} intimate partner violence |
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{V38d} sexual violence |
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{V38e} attempted / completed suicide |
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{V38f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…) |
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V39. Which of the following situations best describes this victim's death? _ _
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
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.? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
If yes, proceed to V40a & V40b.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question #V41.
V40a. To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? (Answer all options)
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Code |
{V40a1} no one |
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{V40a2} parents |
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{V40a3} other family |
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{V40a4} peers |
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{V40a5} school staff |
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{V40a6} other medical/mental health professional |
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{V40a7} other |
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{V40a7a} If Other selected, please specify:
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{V40a8} not applicable |
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{V40a9} unknown |
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{V40a10} refused to answer |
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V40b. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior?
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V41. Is there any indication that this victim had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
Signs |
Code |
{V41a} Thoughts/threats of suicide |
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{V41b} Plans of suicide |
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{V41c} Previous suicide attempts |
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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?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options.
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Code |
{V41d1} no one |
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{V41d2} parents |
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{V41d3} other family |
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{V41d4} peers |
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{V41d5} school staff |
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{V41d6} other medical/mental health professional |
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{V41d7} other |
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{V41d7a}: If Other selected, please specify
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{V41d8} not applicable |
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{V41d9} unknown |
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{V41d10} refused to answer |
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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? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
*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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to V43a & V43b.
*If answer 2 - 8, 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
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
V44. How many alleged offenders were responsible for the victim's death? _ _
0=none, death was self-inflicted
1-5=actual number of offenders*
6=more than 5*
7=not applicable
8=unknown
*If there are no data available on any alleged offender, conclude the data abstraction...Otherwise, complete "Offender" section, starting with question #O01, Page 30.
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? _ _ _
Code leading zero
01-100=actual age in years
777=not applicable
888=unknown
O04. What was this alleged offender's gender? _ _
1=male
2=female
3=transgender
7=not applicable
8=unknown
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 (O05a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
88 =Unknown—a person’s race is unknown
O06. Was this alleged offender of Hispanic, Latino/a, or Spanish Origin?
(One or more categories may be selected)?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no
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Code |
{O06a} Hispanic or Latino/a or Spanish origin |
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{O06b} Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano/a |
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{O06c} Puerto Rican |
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{O06d} Cuban |
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{O06e} Another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin |
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{O06f} Unknown |
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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 (O07a: If Other selected, please specify__________________________________)
77=not applicable
88=unknown
O08. Had this alleged offender ever been arrested before the victim's death?
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O09. Had this alleged offender ever been charged with a crime before the victim's death? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to O09a –O09b.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question O10.
O09a. What types of charges did the alleged offender face?
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O09b. Which charges resulted in convictions?
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O10. Youth often affiliate with distinct peer groups. Was the alleged offender associated with any distinct peer group?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes, proceed to O10a.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question O11.
O10a. What group(s) were they affiliated with?
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O10b. In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender leave an existing peer group? _
1=yes (O10b1. If yes, please specify ____________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O10b, proceed to O10b1.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O10c.
O10c. In the year prior to this event, did the alleged offender or join a new peer group? _
1=yes (O10c1. If yes, please specify _____________________)
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O10c, proceed to O10c1.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O11.
O11. Did this alleged offender use alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
If yes to O11, proceed to O11a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O12.
O11a. If yes, what types of substances did the alleged offender use?
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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? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
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? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O14. What was the relationship of this alleged offender to the victim? _ _
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
O15. Was this alleged offender carrying a weapon at the time of the fatal injury? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O15, proceed to O15a – O15b.
*If answers 2 – 8, 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)
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
Weapon |
Code |
{O15a1} firearm |
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{O15a1.1} If firearm selected, please specify |
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{O15a2} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade |
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{O15a3} bat, pipe, chain, or other object |
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{O15a4} rope or wire |
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{O15a5} other |
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{O15a5.1} If other selected, please specify |
O15b. Where did this alleged offender obtain these weapons? (Answer all options)
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown
Weapons source |
Code |
{O15b1} from home |
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{O15b1.1} specify weapon |
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{O15b2} from friend or relative outside household |
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{O15b2.1} specify weapon |
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{O15b3} purchased for himself/herself |
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{O15b3.1} specify weapon |
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{O15b4} stolen |
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{O15b4.1} specify weapon |
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{O15b5} home-made weapon |
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{O15b6} weapon of opportunity (used weapon already present in environment / used object in environment as weapon} |
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{O15b7} from the victim |
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{O15b7.1} specify weapon |
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{O15b8} other |
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{O15b8.1} specify weapon |
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O16. What was the highest grade or year of school this alleged offender completed? _ _
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
O17. What was this alleged offender's affiliation with the school associated with the victim's death? _ _
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*
*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? _ _
Code leading zeros
00=less than one school year
01-12=number of years
13=more than 12 years
77=not applicable
88=unknown
O19. What extracurricular activities was this alleged offender involved in at the time of the victim's death?
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? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O20, proceed to O20a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O21.
O20a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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O21. Was a school-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O21, proceed to O21a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O22.
O21a. Please briefly describe the specific school-related crises or traumatic events that may have
been imminent.
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O22. Did the alleged offender experience any community-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
9=refused to answer*
If yes to O22, proceed to O22a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O23.
O22a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events
Experienced.
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O23. Was a community-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O23, proceed to O23a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O24.
O23a. Please briefly describe the specific community-related crises or traumatic events that may
have been imminent.
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O24. Did the alleged offender experience any family-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O24, proceed to O24a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O25.
O24a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events experienced.
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O25. Was a family-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O25, proceed to O25a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O26.
O25a. Please briefly describe the specific family-related crises or traumatic events that may have
been imminent.
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O26. Did the alleged offender experience any relationship-related crises or traumatic events during the 2 weeks before this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O26, proceed to O26a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O27.
O26a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events
experienced.
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O27. Was a relationship-related crisis or traumatic event imminent within two weeks of this incident?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
9=refused to answer*
If yes to O27, proceed to O27a.
*If answers 2 – 8, skip to O28.
O27a. Please briefly describe the specific relationship-related crises or traumatic events that may
have been imminent.
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O28. According to the law enforcement report is there any indication that, in the 12 months prior to this event, the alleged offender engaged in any of the following behaviors?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
Behavior |
Code |
{O28a} disobeying authority figure |
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{O28b} name-calling, taunting, or teasing peers |
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If yes to O28b, please complete O28b.1 & O28b.2: |
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O28b.1 Face to face? |
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O28b.2 Using Electronic means? (e.g., phone, computer) |
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{O28c} verbal threats |
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{O28d} sent written threats |
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{O28e} sent electronic threats |
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{O28f} bullied peers |
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{O28g} physically threatened peers |
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{O28h} physically fought with peers |
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{O28i} damaged another's personal property |
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{O28j} damaged school property (tagging, vandalism etc…) |
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{O28k} stole another's personal property |
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{O28l} truancy (skipped school) |
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{O28m} possessed / used illegal substances |
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{O28n} possessed a weapon |
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O29. Is there any indication that, in the 12 months prior to this event, this alleged offender was victimized in any of the following ways?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
Type |
Code |
{O29a} called names by peers |
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{O29b} bullied by peers |
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{O29c} had personal property damaged or stolen |
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{O29d} verbally threatened by peers |
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{O29e} received written threats |
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{O29f} electronic threats |
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{O29g} physically threatened by peers |
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{O29h} physically assaulted by peers |
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O30. At the time of the event, did this alleged offender have a diagnosed Learning Disability, physical disability, or physical health problem? _
1=yes (O30a: If yes, please specify__________________________________)
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O31. 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 |
{O31a} guidance counseling / advising |
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{O31b} social services |
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{O31c} supplemental educational services (including efforts to address learning disabilities), such as a formal school psychoeducational evaluation |
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{O31d} other services |
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{O31d.1} If Other selected, please specify
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O32. In the year prior to this event, was this alleged offender ever treated for depression? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O33. Had the alleged offender ever received professional treatment for any other emotional or mental
health problem, such as by a psychiatrist/psychologist? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to O33, proceed to O33a & O33b.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question #O34.
O33a. If yes, what specific kinds of emotional or mental health problems were treated?
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O33b. In what type of setting were they treated (e.g., inpatient, outpatient)?
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O34. Did this alleged offender have a documented family history of ....
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
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{O34a} alcoholism |
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{O34b} drug abuse |
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{O34c} intimate partner violence |
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{O34d} sexual violence |
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{O34e} attempted / completed suicide |
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{O34f} arrests / convictions for violent offenses (e.g., assault, homicide etc…) |
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O35. Did this alleged offender suffer
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. (Answer all options)
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Code |
{O35a} physical child abuse |
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{O35b} sexual child abuse |
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{O35c} emotional / psychological abuse as a child |
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{O35d} neglect |
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{O35e} victimization in intimate partner violence_/ teen dating violence |
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{O35f} victimization in sexual violence |
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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.?
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to Q36, proceed to V36a & V36b.
*If answer 2 - 8, skip to Question #V37.
O36a. To whom was this self-harm behavior reported? (Answer all options)
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Code |
{O36a1} no one |
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{O36a2} parents |
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{O36a3} other family |
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{O36a4} peers |
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{O36a5} school staff |
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{O36a6} other medical/mental health professional |
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{O36a7} other |
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{O36a7a} If Other selected, please specify:
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{O36a8} not applicable |
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{O36a9} unknown |
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O36b. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this self-harm behavior?
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O37. Is there any indication that this alleged offender had, in the year prior to this event exhibited any of the following signs and symptoms of suicide?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown.
Signs |
Code |
{O37a} Thoughts/threats of suicide |
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{O37b} Plans of suicide |
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{O37c} Previous suicide attempts |
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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?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 8=unknown. Select all applicable options. |
Code |
{O37d1} no one |
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{O37d2} parents |
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{O37d3} other family |
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{O37d4} peers |
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{O37d5} school staff |
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{O37d6} other medical/mental health professional |
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{O37d7} other |
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{O37d7a}) If Other selected, please specify
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{O37d8} not applicable |
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{O37d9} unknown |
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O37e. What, if any, actions were taken in response to this suicidal behavior?
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O38. Was this alleged offender fatally injured during the event? _
1=yes
2=no*
7=not applicable*
8=unknown*
If yes to Q38, proceed to O39.
*If answer 2 - 8, 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?
Coding instructions: 1=yes, 2=no, 7=not applicable, 8=unknown; code all applicable motives.
Motive |
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{O42a} single suicide |
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{O42b} suicide pact |
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{O42c} victim killed by law enforcement or security personnel |
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{O42d} victim killed by civilian during commission of a crime |
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{O42e} other |
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{O42e1} If Other selected, please specify:
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O43. Briefly describe the circumstances of the fatal injury and events leading up to it, including history of prior conflicts between those involved, etc.
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O44. What was the method of fatal injury?
Weapon |
Code |
{O44a} firearm |
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{O44a1}) - If firearm selected, please specify |
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{O44b} knife, razor, box cutter or other blade |
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{O44c} bat, pipe, chain, or other object |
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{O44d} rope or wire |
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{O44e} other |
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{O44} - If Other selected, please specify |
O45. Did perceptions about the alleged offender being gay, bisexual, or transgendered contribute to their perpetration? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O46. Was there evidence that this alleged offender was targeting a specific person or group? _
1=yes
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
O47. Was there another alleged offender, in addition to the one we just discussed, involved in this event? _
1=yes*
2=no
7=not applicable
8=unknown
*If there is a second alleged offender identified as Offender Y, complete a second "Offender" section, starting with Question O01.......otherwise, conclude the data abstraction.
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