The Lethality Assessment Protocol: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It’s Important
The Lethality Assessment Protocol (LAP) helps prevent intimate partner homicides and serious injuries by connecting victims to life-saving, community-based services. In this training, Sandie Campanella, a former police detective and District Attorney investigator, helps professionals understand and apply the LAP, particularly during periods of separation when the risk of lethal violence is greatest. Participants will learn how the LAP informs investigations, court decisions, and treatment; connects individuals at high risk to advocates for immediate resources and safety planning; and supports accountability for individuals who have caused harm.
