Chapter 2: Code of Student Conduct
PART III. Sanctions
Sanctions may be imposed singly or in combination on individuals or student
organizations. Disciplinary action by the University does not preclude the possibility
that a separate criminal prosecution or civil action may also be taken; in addition,
unlawful conduct off campus may be grounds for University disciplinary action.
Student organizations in violation of University regulations are subject to equivalent
sanctions.
A student found to have violated any Code One regulation will be subject to
sanctions ranging from dismissal to written reprimand. If a student previously
found responsible of committing a Code One offense is found responsible of committing
another Code One offense, the University will normally recommend a minimum sanction
of suspension. If a student previously found responsible of committing three Code
Two offenses is found to have committed a Code One offense, the University will
normally recommend a minimum sanction of suspension.
No sanction will be imposed until all appeals are completed (see Part V Appeals – Code
One Offenses).
The various sanctions are defined as follows:
SECTION 02.301 Dismissal
Dismissal prohibits the student from ever attending Miami University. A student
may not be re-admitted to the University after dismissal.
SECTION 02.302 Suspension
Suspension prohibits the student from attending Miami University for the duration
of the suspension, which shall not exceed a period of more than five calendar
years following its effective date. The Dean of Students or designee will determine
the effective date of the suspension (either immediate suspension or at the close
of the current semester, for a minimum of one subsequent semester, not to include
summer terms). A student who has been suspended must petition for re-enrollment.
Academic credit earned elsewhere during a period of disciplinary hold will not
be accepted in transfer. Incomplete grades may not be removed during periods of
non-registration including suspension (non-academic) or dismissal.
SECTION 02.303 Disciplinary Probation
Disciplinary probation indicates to a student that his or her behavior has resulted
in a sanction close to suspension. It is imposed for a definite period of time
and may include disciplinary restrictions. A student on probation may be required
to meet periodically with a person designated by the Office of Ethics and Student
Conflict Resolution.
SECTION 02.304 Disciplinary Restrictions
Disciplinary restrictions may be imposed with or without suspension or probation.
Disciplinary restrictions include but are not limited to:
A. Restrictions from participating in intercollegiate athletics, extracurricular
activities, and residence life activities;
B. Restrictions in the right of access to campus facilities, including residence
halls;
C. Monetary payments for purpose of restitution or to cover the expense of
educational sanctions;
D. Required University service;
E. No contact/restraining orders;
F. Denial of financial assistance from programs funded by the University;
G. Removal from or reassignment of University housing;
H. Required attendance at educational/assessment programs, such as anger management
workshops and comprehensive substance abuse assessments;
I. Administrative hold on access to specified University documents;
J. Loss of University privileges, including but not limited to parking;
K. Suspension of the opportunity to study abroad.
Failure to complete a sanction will result in a hold being placed on a student's
ability to register for subsequent semesters or to change a class schedule. Students
are able to drop and withdraw from a course(s) per University policy as noted
in Sections 01.203.E and 01.203.F.
SECTION 02.305 Penalties for Alcohol
Violations
02.305.A. Intoxication or Negative Behavior Involving the Use of Alcohol (see
Section 02.305.B for disciplinary procedures for Prohibited Use of Alcohol). Any
student who exhibits negative behavior associated with intoxication after using
alcohol is in violation of this policy. Further, any student who, after consuming
alcohol, destroys property, becomes physically violent, becomes aggressive, or
refuses to cooperate with any University staff member, police officer, or person
of authority who is performing his or her duties, is in violation of this policy.
305.A.1. Minimum Penalties
a. First Offense. The minimum penalty for a first offense is mandatory attendance
at a four-hour substance abuse education program and a minimum charge of $200
to the student for the program as well as mandatory participation in a comprehensive
substance abuse assessment and a minimum charge of $250 to the student for the
assessment. Further intervention and an opportunity to participate in group sessions
may be recommended by the counselor. There will be no additional charge to the
student for participation in the group sessions at the Student Counseling Service.
b. Second Offense. Suspension from the University, either immediately or at
the close of the current semester, for a minimum of one subsequent semester (not
to include summer terms).
305.A.2. If a student is suspended as a result of alcohol violations and subsequently
returns to Miami University, another violation of the alcohol policy may result
in dismissal.
305.A.3. Registration for subsequent semesters will be withheld until the student
complies with the penalties assessed for the first offense.
305.A.4. If a student has been officially found to have committed an alcohol
offense and two calendar years have elapsed without a subsequent finding for such
an offense, a prior offense will be considered in determining the current penalty
but the minimum penalty is not mandatory.
305.A.5. For multiple violations of the Student Conduct Regulations, additional
penalties may be warranted and imposed in accordance with normal University disciplinary
procedures.
02.305.B. Prohibited Use of Alcohol.
305.B.1. Minimum Penalties
a. First Offense. The minimum penalty for a first offense is required attendance
at a two-hour substance abuse program designed to acquaint students with their
civil and legal responsibilities as well as the personal and career implications
of alcohol and other substance abuse. There will be a minimum charge of $150
to the student for the program.
b. Second Offense. The minimum penalty for a second offense is mandatory participation
in a comprehensive substance abuse assessment and a minimum charge of $250 to
the student for the assessment. Further intervention and an opportunity to participate
in group sessions may be recommended by the counselor. There will be no additional
charge to the student for participation in the group sessions at the Student
Counseling Service.
c. Third Offense. Suspension from the University, either immediately or at
the close of the semester, for a minimum of one subsequent semester (not to include
summer terms).
305.B.2. If a student is suspended as a result of alcohol violations and subsequently
returns to Miami University, another violation of the alcohol policy may result
in dismissal.
305.B.3. Registration for subsequent semesters will be withheld until the student
complies with the penalties assessed for the first or second offenses.
305.B.4. If a student has been officially found to have committed an alcohol
offense and two calendar years have elapsed without a subsequent finding for such
an offense, a prior offense will be considered in determining the current penalty,
but the minimum penalty is not mandatory.
305.B.5. For multiple violations of the Student Conduct Regulations, additional
penalties may be warranted and imposed in accordance with normal University disciplinary
procedures.
02.305.C. Multiple Alcohol Violations Involving Prohibited Use of Alcohol
and Intoxication. The minimum penalty for any combination of three alcohol
violations is suspension from the University, either immediately or at the close
of the semester, for a minimum of one subsequent semester (not to include summer
terms).
SECTION 02.306 Penalties for
Dishonesty Violations
02.306.A. Minimum Penalties
- First Offense. The minimum penalty for a first offense is mandatory attendance
at a three-hour ethics and integrity education program and a minimum charge of
$200 to the student for the program.
- Second Offense. Suspension from the University, either immediately or at the
close of the current semester, for a minimum of one subsequent semester (not
to include summer terms).
02.306.B. If a student is suspended as a result of dishonesty violations
and subsequently returns to Miami University, another violation of the dishonesty
policy may result in dismissal.
02.306.C. Registration for subsequent semesters will be withheld until
the student complies with the penalties assessed for the first offense.
02.306.D. For multiple violations of the Student Conduct Regulations,
additional penalties may be warranted and imposed in accordance with normal University
disciplinary procedures.
SECTION 02.307 Written Reprimand
Written reprimand is an official notification that the behavior of the student
or student organization has been unacceptable. Authorized staff members of the
Office of Residence Life and New Student Programs or the Office of Ethics and
Student Conflict Resolution may issue a written reprimand without a hearing for
violation of Code Two regulations. Written reprimands will be placed in the student's
official disciplinary file.
SECTION 02.308 Summary Suspension
02.308.A. The President or designee may summarily suspend a student,
student organization, or fraternity or sorority; prohibit the same from any or
all appropriate portions of University premises, University-related activities,
or registered student organization activities; and/or permit the student, student
organization, or fraternity or sorority to remain only under specified conditions
for the interim period prior to a disciplinary hearing. A student may also be
summarily suspended pending adjudication of felony criminal charges. A summary
suspension will be imposed whenever the President or designee determines that
the continued presence of the student on the University campus poses a significant
risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the student, to others, to
the stability or continuance of normal University functions, or to property.
02.308.B. Before making such a determination, the President or designee
shall notify the student of the reasons that the summary suspension is being considered
and provide the student with an appropriate opportunity to respond to the President
or designee. The purpose of the response is to address only:
- the reliability of the information concerning the student's conduct; and
- whether or not the conduct and surrounding circumstances reasonably indicate
a significant risk as described above.
02.308.C. If in the President or designee's judgment, the student's continued
presence on campus poses a significant danger to the University community, the
student may be immediately suspended prior to the process described in Section
02.308.B above. The President or designee will make a reasonable effort to provide
the procedures in Section 02.308.B within 24 hours after the notice of suspension
has been delivered. If the student fails to appear at the hearing, the hearing
officer will make the determination based upon the available information.
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