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Committee adopts countywide Lethality Assessment Program to strengthen domestic‑violence response
Summary
Legislator Marino led passage of Resolution 347 to establish county standards and training for the Lethality Assessment Program (LAP); sponsor and sheriff's office said the evidence‑based tool connects high‑risk victims to advocates and life‑saving services.
The committee voted to adopt Resolution 347, creating countywide standards to implement the Lethality Assessment Program (LAP) as part of Ulster County's domestic‑violence response. Legislator Marino described LAP as an evidence‑based screening tool that helps law enforcement identify victims at highest risk of serious injury or death and immediately connects them with advocates and services.
"It is an evidence based practice that is proven to strengthen victim safety and improve outcomes," Marino said, thanking Sheriff Juan Figueroa and regional partners who offered training assistance. The resolution was amended and adopted by the committee; members praised the collaborative work and said the measure will allow Ulster County to begin planning, training and partnership building while awaiting any final state approvals.
