Student Code of Conduct Offenses
A student may face issues with the university, even if the student does not violate any criminal laws. There are many regulations stated in most educational facilities’ code of conduct books, which include cheating, unbecoming behavior, and plagiarism. If a college believes a student violated the campus’ code of conduct, the school may issue its punishment.
Penalties Students Experience
For criminal matters, a student may end up in jail, which could dramatically affect the student’s ability to graduate on time or even finish school at all. Also, a student may receive significant fines and probation. Sex-related offenses, even for minor ones, such as public urination, may result in the government ordering the student to register as a sex offender.
A criminal conviction may affect a scholar’s ability to receive job offers or be accepted into graduate degree programs. Some licensing boards do not allow people with a criminal record.
School Disciplinary Penalties
On top of these possible results, the school may investigate a student for misconduct and issue their punishments. This could include:
- Removal from student housing
- Loss of scholarships
- Suspension or explosion
- Loss of school employment
- A negative mark in the student’s school record
- Rejection from certain programs
- Transcript and registration holds until remedial actions complete
Most criminal lawyers understand the judicial system, but the school disciplinary processes are vastly different. A student does not have the same constitutional protections when a school investigates and conducts a hearing. Having a knowledgeable Greeley attorney who understands the unique process of student defense hearings may be invaluable.
