Texas HB4493 mandates peace officers to use a lethality assessment protocol when investigating family violence allegations or responding to related.

Texas HB4493, known as the Family Violence Lethality Assessment Act, requires peace officers to administer a standardized lethality assessment protocol when investigating family violence allegations or responding to related disturbances. This protocol involves asking specific questions to assess the risk of serious bodily injury or death. If the victim answers "yes" to certain questions, officers must take immediate action to protect the victim. The bill also mandates training for peace officers on this protocol and requires annual reporting by the Department of Public Safety on its use.

Texas HB4493 mandates peace officers to use a lethality assessment protocol when investigating family violence allegations or responding to related.

Texas HB4493, known as the Family Violence Lethality Assessment Act, requires peace officers to administer a standardized lethality assessment protocol when investigating family violence allegations or responding to related disturbances. This protocol involves asking specific questions to assess the risk of serious bodily injury or death. If the victim answers "yes" to certain questions, officers must take immediate action to protect the victim. The bill also mandates training for peace officers on this protocol and requires annual reporting by the Department of Public Safety on its use.