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1. CODE OF CONDUCT
1.01. INTRODUCTION
The Code of Conduct illustrates the standards of behavior expected of every student at Aurora University. Each student is an integral part of our campus community and is encouraged to internalize these expectations. Ideally, each student is expected to use these guidelines as a catalyst to personally impact the Aurora University community in meaningful, thoughtful ways.
It is the student's responsibility to know and abide by all University policies and procedures. The University reviews policies on a regular basis and reserves the right to amend any provision herein at any time in accordance with established University procedures. Communication of any changes will be made to the University community in an appropriate and timely fashion.
A student voluntarily joins the Aurora University community and thereby assumes the obligation of abiding by the standards prescribed in the Code of Conduct. The University, through the Office of the Provost, maintains the exclusive authority to impose sanctions for behaviors that violate the Code of Conduct. Students may also be held responsible for their actions by local, state or federal authorities. The University as well as civil authorities have jurisdiction over violations of law that occur on University property.
Students must abide by this Code of Conduct anytime during the school year, including term breaks and academic sessions. If a student moves on campus prior to the first day of class, s/he is responsible for upholding all rules and regulations of Aurora University.
All students enrolled at Aurora University have access to the Code of Conduct through the Aurora University website (www.aurora.edu).
1.02. COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS
Aurora University, as an institution of higher education founded in 1893, exists for the purpose of nourishing the growth of its students as thoughtful, productive and responsible members of society. In an effort to communicate our vision of living and learning in a safe, supportive environment, we have developed the following codes and systems:
1.02.a. We all have rights and responsibilities. Each person conducts him/herself in such a way as to enhance the well-being of all members in the community. Each person also is held accountable for his/her own actions and is responsible for the consequences of said actions.
1.02.b. As members of the Aurora University community, we support the application of rules which encourage the development of our campus environment as a constructive educational setting.
1.02.c. Community responsibility consists of actively supporting the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of one another.
1.02.d. As we participate in this community, we strive for open mindedness, sensitivity, justice and equality.
1.02.e. We are fortunate to attract a diverse student body. To further each person’s understanding of the world around him/her, we challenge each person to value the differences in one another.
1.02.f. We expect that students accept their responsibility to respect and protect the rights and properties of our extended community, including our Aurora University neighbors, businesses, and the residents of the city of Aurora.
1.03. ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL EXPECTATIONS
Academic and social expectations emphasize more specific commitments to one another. Your assistance is needed to enhance our fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity and human dignity.
1.03.a. Students will share with faculty the responsibility for academic integrity.
1.03.b. Students will treat each other with dignity and respect.
1.03.c. Students will act with concern for the safety and well-being of one another.
1.03.d. Students will observe federal, state and local laws and University regulations.
1.03.e. Students will assume responsibility for their conduct on the University campus and at campus-sponsored events.
1.03.f. Students will refrain from any conduct which adversely affects personal or community well-being.
1.03.g. Students will support one another through constructive confrontation and dialogue.
2. AUTHORITY
2.01. The University has established these regulations regarding standards of conduct in order to give all students at Aurora University full opportunity to attain their educational goals and to protect the health, safety, welfare, property and rights of all members of our community.
2.02. The Provost retains ultimate responsibility for the administration of this Code. In situations where ambiguity or other uncertainty exists, the Provost or designee expressly retains final authority to rule on questions regarding policies, procedures, sanctions, and/or processes.
2.03. The University will not, as a matter of general practice, pursue alleged off-campus student misconduct. However, in those exceptional cases that endanger the personal safety of members of the University community and/or their property, action may be taken in accordance with University disciplinary procedures. The University will use the following criteria in deciding when to take action for violations of University policy that occur off campus. Not all criteria need to be met in order for the University to take action.
2.03.a. The accused person was registered and/or enrolled as an Aurora University student at the time of the incident.
2.03.b. The incident involves endangering behavior, defined as violent assault, rape, arson, or other similar serious offenses or behavior that has the potential to significantly damage the reputation of the University.
2.03.c. The incident involves behavior that puts students, faculty or staff or the property of students, faculty or staff at risk.
2.03.d. The incident occurred at a University-sponsored event or function.
3. GENERAL PROVISIONS
3.01. These regulations are set forth in writing in order to give students general notice of prohibited conduct and are not designed to define misconduct in all-inclusive terms.
3.02. This Code of Conduct will apply to conduct which occurs on University property and to conduct which occurs elsewhere during the course of a University function, including but not limited to student teaching, student internships, clinical experiences, intercollegiate athletic competitions, student activities and other University events.
3.03. The actions of a student organization involved in University-related activities that are in violation of University regulations may result in disciplinary action against the organization and/or the individual.
3.04. Any policy violation that constitutes a felony under federal or Illinois state law will be reported to the Aurora Police Department. Aurora University reserves the right to report misdemeanor crimes to the Aurora Police Department. Aurora University also retains the right to conduct an internal investigation and adjudicate the matter according to stated University policies and procedures. The University sanctions are separate from any pending or completed police investigation and will not be subject to challenge on the ground that criminal charges involving the same incident have been dismissed or reduced.
3.05. Any behavior which may have been influenced by a student's mental state (regardless of the ultimate evaluation) or use of drugs or alcoholic beverages will not in any way limit the responsibility of the student for the consequences of his or her actions.
4. REGULATIONS FOR STUDENT CONDUCT
The following actions/behaviors shall constitute violations of the Code of Conduct. Any student committing a violation of this Code will be subject to disciplinary sanctions including expulsion from the University or any lesser sanction authorized by the Code.
4.01. Abuse of Student Conduct System: Engaging in abuse of the student conduct system. This includes, but is not limited to:
4.01.a. Providing false information before a student conduct board or hearing officer.
4.01.b. Disrupting or interfering with a student conduct proceeding.
4.01.c. Instituting a student conduct complaint knowingly without cause.
4.01.d. Attempting to discourage an individual's proper participation in, or use of, the student conduct system.
4.01.e. Harassing or inappropriately attempting to influence a member of a student conduct board or disciplinary hearing officer prior to, during, and/or after a student conduct proceeding.
4.02. Aiding and Abetting: Aiding and abetting another person in committing an act that violates the Code of Conduct.
4.03. Alcohol: Violations associated with alcohol use include, but are not limited to (Refer to Policy Statement D and Policy Statement E at the close of this document for additional University alcohol regulations.):
4.03.a. Using, possessing, manufacturing, or distributing alcoholic beverages on the Aurora University campus.
4.03.b. Illegally using, possessing, or distributing alcoholic beverages at any off-campus University-sponsored event.
4.03.c. Incapacitation due to the abuse of alcohol, or appearing in a public place on campus perceptibly under the influence of alcohol, particularly when there is a danger to self, others, or property or there is unreasonable annoyance to others.
4.03.d. Being in the presence of a violation of the University Alcohol Policy or one whose room/suite is host to an event/situation that involves a violation of the University Alcohol Policy.
4.03.e. Any person or organization providing/purchasing for or distributing alcohol to any individual below the age of 21 years.
4.03.f. Possession of and/or consumption from a keg or any common container containing alcohol or any alcohol beverage container of more than 32 fluid ounces, including party balls, pony kegs, and other bulk containers; this includes kegs and multi-serving containers that are empty.
4.03.g. Possession of empty alcohol containers, regardless of consumption location.
4.03.h. Possession of alcohol paraphernalia including but not limited to keg tappers, beer bongs, flasks, and shot glasses.
4.03.i. Display of alcohol containers or promotional materials clearly visible from a public view.
4.03.j. Violating other University policies while under the influence of alcohol, regardless of consumption location. The University has an Alcohol Good Samaritan Policy, which is designed to protect the health and safety of students who may need medical attention as a result of excessive alcohol consumption. If you receive attention or seek medical assistance for a peer as a result of excessive intoxication or serious injury after consuming alcohol, you may not be subject to formal disciplinary action for violating the University’s alcohol policy as set forth in Policy Statement E in this document.
4.04. Arson/Fire Hazard: Committing acts of arson, creating a fire hazard, or possessing or using, without proper authorization, flammable materials or hazardous substances on University property, including, but not limited to: candles, incense, caustic/toxic chemicals and other materials designed to burn.
4.05. Assault: Committing any violent physical or verbal attack against another person or group; attempting to inflict offensive physical contact or bodily harm on a person that puts the person in immediate danger of or in apprehension of such harm or contact.
4.05.a. Domestic violence is an assault, as defined above, between people who have an ongoing romantic relationship or between people living together as roommates.
4.06. Complicity: Being present during the planning or commission of any violation of the Student Code of Conduct in such a way as to condone, support, or encourage that violation. Students who anticipate or observe a violation of the Student Code of Conduct are expected to remove themselves from association or participation and are encouraged to report the violation.
4.07. Controlled Substances: Using, possessing, or distributing any state or federally controlled substance or drug paraphernalia except as expressly permitted by law. (Refer to Policy Statement D for additional details regarding Alcohol and Controlled Substances.)
Important note regarding controlled substances: Under Illinois State Statute, no marijuana, illegal controlled substances or look-alikes, or any drug paraphernalia associated with its use, is allowed inside schools or within 1,000 feet of school grounds, unless used for demonstration purposes by law enforcement personnel.
“School” is defined as any public or private elementary or secondary school, community college, college, or university.
4.08. Damage to Property: Examples of damage to property include but are not limited to:
4.08.a. Engaging or participating in acts of destroying, damaging or defacing property of the University, University vendors, members of the University community, or any others.
4.08.b. Damage to property done with malicious intent.
4.08.c. Tampering with or changing locks to University-owned facilities without authorization.
4.09. Disorderly Conduct: Committing any of the following:
4.09.a. Engaging in disorderly conduct or fighting, including, but not limited to, acts which breach the peace or are lewd, indecent, or obscene.
4.09.b. Assembling to commit or intending to commit any unlawful act by force; carrying out or planning to carry out any action which has the potential to disturb or threaten the public peace, even without unlawful intention; or conducting themselves in a disorderly manner so as to disrupt or threaten to disrupt the public peace, even without unlawful purpose.
4.09.c. Interrupting or disturbing the day-to-day academic and operational functions of the University or committing intentional acts that obstruct, disrupt, or physically interfere with the use of University premises, buildings, or passages.
4.09.d. Operating any unauthorized motorized vehicle on University sidewalks, grounds or athletic field.
4.10. Disruption of University Activities: Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, hearing procedures, or other University activities.
4.11. Endangering Behavior: Physical abuse of any person or any action that threatens or endangers the emotional well-being, health, or safety of any person.
4.12. Failure to Comply: Failing to comply with the directions of or obstructing University officials acting in the performance of their duties; failing to positively identify oneself to a University official when requested to do so (the preferred form of identification is a current, valid University identification card); and/or failing to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under the Student Code of Conduct.
4.13. False Representation: Providing false information to the University. This includes, but is not limited to:
4.13.a. Making false reports of a fire, bomb threat, or other dangerous condition; causing or contributing to the cause of a false fire alarm; failing to report a fire, or interfering with the response of University or municipal officials to emergency calls.
4.13.b. Engaging or participating in cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty. (Students committing acts of academic dishonesty are also subject to academic sanctions - refer to Policy Statement G at the close of this document for the Aurora University policy on Academic Integrity.)
4.13.c. Furnishing false information to any University official, faculty member, or office.
4.13.d. Forging, altering, or misusing any University document, record, or instrument of identification.
4.13.e. Tampering with the election of any University-recognized student organization.
4.13.f. Attempting to represent the University, any recognized student organization, or any official University group without the explicit prior consent of the officials of that group.
4.14. Federal, State or Local Laws: Violating federal, state, or local laws on University premises or while in attendance at University sponsored or supervised events or committing off-campus violations of federal, state, or local law that adversely affect the University and/or the pursuit of its objectives.
4.15. Gambling: Gambling for money or other items of value on University property or at University-sponsored events.
4.16. Harassment: Committing any of the following, knowing or having reasonable grounds to know that it will or potentially could tend to alarm, anger, harm, or disturb others, or provoke an assault or breach of peace. This policy includes written and verbal forms of harassment. Online community users (i.e. Facebook and MySpace) are subject to the same policy as e-mail and other communication. (Refer to Policy Statement B at the close of this document for the Aurora University Zero Tolerance policy, Policy Statement C regarding Computer Use, and Policy Statement L regarding Online Communities.):
4.16.a. Engaging in actions which harass, threaten, or otherwise endanger the health or safety of any person.
4.16.b. Intimidating, demeaning, or injuring an individual physically, mentally, or emotionally.
4.16.c. Engaging in a course of conduct or repeatedly committing acts that alarm or seriously annoy another person and which serve no legitimate purpose.
4.16.d. Stalking behavior in which an individual intentionally, willfully, maliciously, and/or repeatedly engages in conduct directed at an individual which alarms, threatens, torments, terrorizes, or serves no legitimate purpose.
4.17. Hate Motivated/Bias Based Incidents: Conduct directed at an individual on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status or ability with intention to intimidate, demean, or injure an individual(s) physically, mentally, or emotionally. (Refer to Policy Statement B at the close of this document for the Aurora University Zero Tolerance policy.)
4.18. Hazing: Committing any intentional, knowing or reckless act, occurring on or off the Aurora University campus, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in or maintaining membership in any organization or athletic team whose members are or include students at an educational institution. A person commits an offense if the person engages in hazing, encourages another to engage in hazing, knowingly permits hazing to occur or has knowledge of hazing and fails to report said knowledge to an appropriate official of the University. It should be noted that it is not a defense to prosecution of an offense that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity. (Refer to the Aurora University Student Organization Handbook for additional information regarding hazing.)
4.19. Life Safety: Discharging, causing to be discharged or tampering with fire and life safety equipment, including but not limited to altering or misusing any fire fighting equipment, safety equipment, or emergency device; exiting through alarmed doors; propping open exterior or interior doors that allow access to a locked facility.
4.20. Sexual Assault: Committing acts of sexual assault (stranger, date, or acquaintance), sexual abuse, or other forms of coerced sexual activity. (Refer to Policy Statement A at the close of this document for the Aurora University policy on sexual assault.)
4.21. Smoking: Smoking or burning of tobacco on the University campus. (Refer to Policy Statement N at the close of this document for the Smoke Free Campus policy)
4.22. Solicitation: Engaging in unauthorized canvassing or solicitation on University property.
4.23. Theft: Engaging in acts of theft or possessing without authorization goods belonging to other members of the community, including, but not limited to, food and other items not designated as “carry-out” by dining services, University furniture, and/or University property.
4.24. Trespass: Prohibited entry or presence on University property or in University-owned facilities.
4.25. Unauthorized Use/Possession of Keys: Possessing, lending or duplicating keys to any University building or facility without authorization by appropriate University officials; possessing, lending, or duplicating a University ID card which provides access to any University building or facility without authorization by appropriate University officials; committing an act of unauthorized entry into or use of University buildings or facilities.
4.26. Unauthorized Exit/Entry: Entering or exiting illegally, improperly, without authorization, or during non-contract periods without proper registration, your or other resident’s room or any room or facility which you are not authorized to enter/exit, including alarmed exit doors; granting access to non-residents (e.g. tailgating).
4.27. University Policies and Services: Violating published University policies, rules, or regulations including, but not limited to, the policies on sexual assault, zero tolerance, computer use, and alcohol and controlled substances; violating the rules and regulations of other University departments including, but not limited to, Residence Life, Student Activities, Information Services, Dining Services, Campus Safety and the Library.
4.28. Vehicles: Parking in a way that constitutes a hazard or an inconvenience to pedestrians or the operators of other vehicles; blocking sidewalks, driveways, or building access; parking on or driving across sidewalks, lawns, playing fields, the quad, or any other restricted areas. Major vehicle repairs. Storage of motorized vehicles (e.g. mopeds, motorcycles) in a building.
4.29. Weapons: Possession, keeping or use that carelessly, recklessly or intentionally harms or intends to harm another person of a weapon, dangerous instrument, fireworks, hazardous substance or noxious materials on campus, including in any vehicle.
4.29.a. Weapons include, but are not limited to, firearms (such as handguns and rifles), BB guns, pellet guns, air guns, spring-guns or other instruments or weapons in which the propelling device is a spring, air, piston or CO2 cartridge or other similar devices, antique and ornamental weaponry, weapon replicas, and bows and arrows.
4.29.b. Dangerous instruments include, but are not limited to, deadly substances (such as potassium cyanide), explosives, explosive devices, gunpowder, firearm ammunition, flammable petroleum fuels, knifes with a blade length of three inches or more, blackjacks and martial arts weaponry.
Important note regarding weapons: Under Illinois State Statute, no guns, look-alike guns, air rifles and pistols, or paintball guns or pistols are allowed inside schools or within 1,000 feet of school grounds, unless carried by on-duty law enforcement personnel.
“School” is defined as any public or private elementary or secondary school, community college, college, or university.
4.30. Windows and Roofs: Occupying, storing items on, or throwing items from any outdoor window ledge or roof area (this include entering or exiting through windows).
5. SANCTIONS
5.01. In recommending or determining a sanction(s), a hearing board or disciplinary hearing officer will consider all relevant factors, including the nature of the offense, the severity of any damage, injury or harm resulting from the offense, the student's current demeanor, and the student's past disciplinary record, if any.
5.02. The disciplinary actions listed in this section are not meant to be inclusive, but serve as guidelines which may be imposed in any combination.
5.03. Students may be asked to sign a statement acknowledging receipt of assigned sanctions. This document also may stipulate additional consequences if the assigned sanctions are not completed accordingly.
5.04. The following are sanctions which may be imposed for a violation of the Student Code of Conduct:
5.04.a. Expulsion: Permanent separation from the University. Students who have been expelled may not be on campus without specific written permission of the Provost or designee.
5.04.b. Suspension: Separation of the student from the University for a specified period of time. The student will not participate in University-sponsored activities and may not be on campus without specific written permission of the Provost or designee. Some restrictions may be placed on the student as a condition of his or her return to campus.
5.04.c. Disciplinary Removal from Residence: Removal of the student from University housing on either a temporary or permanent basis. Normally, a student who is found to be in violation of this Code by the appropriate hearing body or disciplinary hearing officer is entitled to five calendar days to vacate his/her University housing facility. If, however, there is reason to believe that the student poses a substantial threat to harm oneself or others, damage University property, or disrupt the stability and continuance of normal University operations and functions, this process can be accelerated.
5.04.d. Loss of Extracurricular Privileges: A student may lose the privilege of participating in extracurricular activities and/or running for or holding office in any student group or organization as part of a disciplinary sanction. This includes, but is not limited to, participation in athletic, music, and dramatic events, programs, groups, and teams. Any exceptions must be expressly stipulated by a disciplinary hearing officer and approved by the Provost.
5.04.e. Disciplinary Probation: A specified period of time during which the student is removed from good disciplinary standing. Any additional violations during the probationary period will result in more severe consequences, up to and including expulsion. 5.04.f. Disciplinary Admonition: A written warning to the student that the cited behavior is not in accordance with the Code of Conduct. The student is warned that further misconduct may result in more severe disciplinary action.
5.04.g. Restitution: In cases of damage, destruction, defacement, theft, injury or unauthorized use of property, restitution to the University or to an individual may be required. In cases of restitution to the University, the charge will be posted directly to the student’s account. Payments not received by the deadline will result in late charges being incurred. All Student Accounts policies will apply in the case of restitution.
5.04.h. Loss of Contact: Loss of contact may be imposed when a student is found responsible for such violations as harassment, assault or similar offenses against an individual. Students who receive this sanction may not initiate contact with a particular person or persons in person, by telephone, electronic communication, voice mail, in writing, by friends on his or her behalf, or by any other means, anywhere on campus. This sanction usually is imposed for the tenure of the student found responsible.
5.04.i. Other Sanctions - Other sanctions may be imposed instead of or in addition to those specified above, including but not limited to the following: community service; educational or research projects; mandated counseling or therapy; relocation to another University living area; trespass from specified University premises; loss of specified University privileges; assignment of a failing grade in an academic course; or fines for alcohol or controlled substance policy violations. The imposition of such sanctions must be related to the nature of the violation.
6. SUMMARY ACTION
6.01. For alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct, summary action, including but not limited to, interim suspension, loss of contact with another student, immediate removal from the residence halls, reassignment to alternate housing, and/or restrictions from designated residence halls or campus facilities or events on a temporary basis may be imposed by the Provost or designee. Summary action should be assigned only when there is reason to believe that the student poses a threat to harm oneself or others, damage college property, or disrupt normal college operations.
6.02. The Provost or designee contemplating taking the action shall meet with the student prior to imposing an interim sanction to inform his or her of the alleged violation(s) and of the reasons for the proposed interim sanction. During this meeting, the student will be afforded an opportunity to make a brief statement regarding the alleged violation(s). If the student fails to attend a scheduled meeting, or if such a meeting is unreasonably difficult to afford, action may be taken in his/her absence.
6.03. If, following the meeting (or in absence of a meeting as described above), the administrator decides that implementation of an interim sanction is warranted, the student will be served with a written notice of the interim sanction. An interim sanction will become effective immediately upon being served with the written notice.
6.04. Summary action is a temporary resolution that will be imposed pending disciplinary or criminal proceedings, or medical evaluation. The required formal hearing pertaining to the student conduct system will be provided within a reasonable length of time which, unless unusual circumstances are present, will be held not later than ten calendar days from the date the written notice was served.
6.05. Summary action is not subject to appeal prior to the required formal hearing.
7. DISCIPLINARY HEARING PROCESS
7.01. Any student, faculty, staff member or guest is expected to complete and submit an Incident Report if they are a victim or witness of a violation. This report provides information pertinent to the allegation. The individual filing the Incident Report (presenter/complainant) may be expected to appear at any subsequent hearing related to the matter. Incident Report forms may be obtained from any member of the Student Life staff and/or Campus Safety staff.
7.02. The following members of the University are considered disciplinary hearing officers of the University: University President, Provost, Dean of Students, Director of Residence Life, Director of Student Activities, and Residence Hall Directors. The University retains the right to appoint additional hearing officers at any time.
7.03. All incident reports will be forwarded to the appropriate disciplinary hearing officer or hearing board.
7.03.a. If the violation allegedly is committed by a resident student in a residence hall or on the surrounding grounds, the complaint will be forwarded to the Director of Residence Life, who will assign the case to the appropriate disciplinary hearing officer or hearing board. First violations typically will be adjudicated by a Residence Hall Director; significant violations or complex cases will be heard by the Director of Residence Life or Dean of Students.
7.03.b. If the violation allegedly is committed by a student or students acting on behalf of a student organization, the complaint will be forwarded to the Director of Student Activities.
7.03.c. All other complaints will be forwarded to the Dean of Students, who will hear the case or assign it to the appropriate disciplinary hearing officer or hearing board.
7.04. The disciplinary hearing officer will review the report, determine charges of policy violation, and notify the student(s) of the charge(s). The student will have seven calendar days from date of notification to schedule and attend a hearing. If the student does not make these arrangements, or fails to appear at the scheduled time, the hearing will proceed in their absence; a decision and sanction (if applicable) will be rendered.
7.05. Investigations into alleged policy violations may be conducted individually or collaboratively by a disciplinary hearing officers and/or the Director of Campus Safety or designee. Aurora University reserves the right to involve civil authorities in investigations.
7.06. In cases where it reasonably can be foreseen by the disciplinary hearing officer that the student charged may be suspended or dismissed from the institution, the student will have the option of having the case heard through an Administrative hearing with the Provost or designee, or through a University Judicial Board hearing.
7.07. In most instances, hearing notification letters will be sent via email, campus mail, or United States mail. Failure to notify the University of a change of address, failure to pick up one's notification letter, or failure to read one's notification letter will result in the case being reviewed in absentia.
7.08. Students may be accountable both to civil authorities and to the University for acts that constitute violations of law and of this Code. Disciplinary action at the University normally will proceed during the pendency of criminal proceedings, and will not be subject to challenge on the ground that criminal charges involving the same incident have been dismissed or reduced.
7.09. Students are presumed not responsible until proven responsible for a violation of the Code of Conduct. Pending final action on a charge, the status of the student is not altered, unless the continued presence of the student would, in the opinion of the disciplinary hearing officer, constitute a clear and present danger to him- or herself, to the safety of others or to the property of the University. In these instances, the student may face summary action.
7.10. The purpose of student conduct proceedings is to provide a fair evaluation of an accused student’s responsibility for violating University regulations. Formal rules of evidence shall not be applied, nor shall deviations from prescribed procedures necessarily invalidate a decision, unless significant prejudice to a student respondent or the University may result. Responsibility for violation of University regulations is determined by the preponderance of evidence against the complainant.
8. SUSPENSION OF THE DISCIPLINARY HEARING PROCESS
8.01. During the final week of the academic year, portions of the disciplinary hearing process may be suspended in order to adjudicate violations prior to the departure of students.
8.01.a. The typical timeframe will be suspended. Disciplinary hearing officers reserve the right to conduct hearings with students for significant policy violations at the time of the incident or the next working day.
8.01.b. The student will be notified verbally of the charge(s) against him/her.
8.01.c. The disciplinary hearing officer will conduct an administrative hearing, per the procedures listed below. The student will be provided with written notification of the resolution of the case, including any sanctions, within 24 hours of the hearing, barring extenuating circumstances.
8.01.d. Students may be contacted during the summer session to resolve incidents occurring during the final week of classes. Failure to respond to a hearing notification letter will not absolve the student of responsibility and will compel the disciplinary hearing officer to make a decision without benefit of the student’s input.
9. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES
9.01. Disciplinary hearing officers have the authority to conduct administrative hearings. Based on the information presented, the hearing officer may rescind any charge deemed without basis. If the hearing officer finds that a violation has occurred, appropriate sanctions will be imposed.
9.02. In the hearing, the student and disciplinary hearing officer meet and discuss the incident, the student's behavior, disciplinary history and consequences. During or after this meeting, the disciplinary hearing officer will determine whether or not the student is responsible for the alleged policy violations and impose appropriate sanctions. The disciplinary hearing officer also will communicate the finding and any applicable sanctions in writing.
9.03. The disciplinary hearing officer will track the student's completion of all assigned sanctions.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING APPEALS
10.01. Students may appeal the decision of a disciplinary hearing officer. A letter of appeal must be submitted in writing to the appropriate appeals officer (see section 10.03.) within five calendar days from the date of notification of the official decision. The appeals officer will render a decision within ten calendar days. Failure to appeal within the allotted time will render the original decision final and conclusive.
10.02. Students who file an appeal may request a meeting with the appeals officer. Such a meeting may or may not be granted, subject to the discretion of that official.
10.03. Appeals of administrative hearings will be heard one administrative level up from the original hearing officer. Assigned sanctions are not subject to appeal. Only one appeal may be heard per case and are based on the following grounds for appeal:
10.03.a. an erroneous finding of fact contrary to the substantial weight of the evidence;
10.03.b. incorrect interpretation of a policy or of the responsibilities of the administrator;
10.03.c. bias on the part of the disciplinary hearing officer which materially affected the hearing; and/or
10.03.d. new evidence material to the case that was not available at the time of the hearing.
10.04. After receiving an appeal and reviewing all available information, the appeals officer may elect to:
10.04.a. deny the appeal and, in doing so, affirm the finding and the sanction originally determined;
10.04.b. remand the case to the original hearing body with recommendations;
10.04.c. order a new hearing with a new hearing body; or
10.04.d. dismiss the case.
10.05. The imposition of sanctions normally will be deferred during the pendency of appellate proceedings.
11. PEER CONDUCT BOARD
11.01. The Peer Conduct Board is a student panel that hears cases of alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct that have an adverse impact on the community. The Peer Conduct Board is based upon the concept of peer review and judgment, and is an integral part of the Student Conduct System at Aurora University. As members of the University community, we all share the responsibility for protecting the climate of freedom to teach and to learn. The Peer Conduct Board upholds acceptable standards of behavior within our community.
11.02. The Peer Conduct Board is comprised of five student members and a Convener (The Assistant Director of Residence Life). The Convener will chair the Board, with no voting power.
11.03. Student members must be full-time undergraduates in good academic and disciplinary standing who have been enrolled at Aurora University for at least one semester.
11.04. A quorum of three Peer Conduct Board members is required to hold a Peer Conduct Board meeting.
11.05. All decisions by the Peer Conduct Board will be decided by a simple majority vote.
11.06. Each student selected retains membership on the board for one academic year, with annual extensions granted if he/she has satisfactorily met expectations as a Board member. He/she must remain a full time student in good academic and student conduct standing throughout his/her time on the Board.
11.07. Any Peer Conduct Board member may be removed from the Peer Conduct Board by a positive vote of at least three of the four of the other members of the Peer Conduct Board, or under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director of Residence Life. Board members who are charged with a violation of the Student Code of Conduct or with a criminal offense may be suspended from their positions by the Director of Residence Life during the pendency of the charges against them. Members found responsible for any such violation nor offense may be disqualified from any further participation in the Peer Conduct Board.
12. PEER CONDUCT BOARD PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES
12.01. Peer Conduct Board hearings are formal hearings to determine the responsibility of a student (hereafter called the respondent) for violating the Student Code of Conduct and to recommend sanctions for responsibility.
12.02. Whenever possible, the respondent will have seven calendar days from date of notification to schedule and attend a Peer Conduct Board hearing.
12.03. Respondents who have a legitimate reason for not being able to attend a Peer Conduct Board hearing at the scheduled time may request an alternate hearing time, to be granted at the discretion of the Director or Assistant Director of Residence Life. The request for rescheduling must be made in writing, and must be submitted to the Assistant Director of Residence Life no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled hearing time.
12.04. The respondent and the complainant may be accompanied by an advisor whose role is to confer with and advise the respondent of his or her rights, suggest questions to ask witnesses, and offer counsel on behavior during the hearing. Advisors take no direct part in the hearing. The advisor must abide by the guidelines established for the hearing. A student may opt not to have an advisor present. The advisor must be an Aurora University faculty or staff member. No outside legal counsel will be permitted.
12.05. Notification to appear at a Peer Conduct Board hearing will be in writing and will include:
12.05.a. The specific alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct;
12.05.b. A confirmation of the time and place of the Peer Conduct Board hearing;
12.05.c. The fact that failure to appear for a Peer Conduct Board hearing will result in the hearing being conducted in the respondent’s absence;
12.05.d. The fact that the respondent and/or complainant may provide the names of a maximum of 3 witnesses who will appear on their behalf and the fact that the respondent may request additional information about the student conduct process;
12.05.e. The fact that the respondent may be accompanied by an Aurora University faculty or staff member serving in the role of advisor.
12.05.f. The statement of student rights regarding the Peer Conduct Board process.
12.06. Peer Conduct Board hearings are not open to the public and are confidential in nature.
12.07. Only evidence introduced at Peer Conduct Board hearings will be considered in determining a respondent’s responsibility.
12.08. Peer Conduct Board members must be impartial and must make conclusions based solely on the information presented during the hearing.
12.09. The decision of the Peer Conduct Board regarding the respondent’s responsibility for a violation will be made on the basis of whether it is more likely than not that the respondent the Student Code of Conduct.
12.10. Any person, including the respondent, who disrupts a Peer Conduct Board hearing or who fails to adhere to the rulings of the Peer Conduct Board may be excluded from the hearing.
12.11. Peer Conduct Board meetings may be recessed at any time, provided they are reconvened within five class days.
12.12. Any conduct which may have been influenced by a student’s mental state or the use of alcohol or other controlled substances shall not in any way limit the responsibility of the student for the consequences of their actions.
12.13. A single record of proceedings, such as a tape recording, will be made of all Peer Conduct Board hearings. The record will be the property of the University and will be used for deliberations and appeals. No other recording, audio or video, will be permitted. The record of the hearing is University property and it may not be copied or removed from the campus.
13. PEER CONDUCT BOARD PROCEDURES
13.01. All hearing participants are brought into the board meeting room.
13.02. Convener explains philosophy of the Peer Conduct Board and Board procedures.
13.03. Witnesses leave the room. Respondent and complainant remain.
13.04. Convener gives statement of accusations.
13.05. Respondent asked if he/she understands the accusations.
13.06. Respondent accepts or denies responsibility.
13.07. Complainant presents his/her description of the incident. If complainant is not present, the Convener reads the incident report or other documentation aloud.
13.08. Respondent presents his/her description of the incident. In the event that more than one respondent is present, the Board may bring them into the hearing room either individually or as a group for descriptions of the incident.
13.09. Respondent may ask questions of the complainant via the Convener.
13.10. Board members may ask questions of the complainant.
13.11. Complainant may ask questions of the respondent via the Convener.
13.12. Board members may ask questions of the respondent.
13.13. Complainant may call one witness at a time.
13.13.a. Complainant may ask questions of the witness.
13.13.b. Respondent may ask questions of the witness.
13.13.c. Board members may ask questions of the witness.
13.13.d. Witness leaves the room.
13.14. Respondent may call one witness at a time.
13.14.a. Respondent may ask questions of the witness.
13.14.b. Complainant may ask questions of the witness.
13.14.c. Board members may ask questions of the witness.
13.14.d. Witness leaves the room.
13.15. Complainant, respondent, or board members may recall witnesses or re-question participants.
13.16. Complainant presents final statement.
13.17. Respondent presents final statement.
13.18. Complainant, respondent, and their respective advisors leave the room.
13.19. Board deliberates on responsibility.
13.20. All return to meeting room to hear decision on responsibility.
13.21. If student is found responsible, the Board will review the student’s student conduct history and make recommended sanctions.
13.22. Within 24 hours, the Convener forwards a case report to the Director of Residence Life, including a record of all parties involved in the hearing, pleadings of the respondent, the Board’s findings and sanction recommendations, and a rationale for the recommended sanctions.
13.23. The Director of Residence Life will, within a reasonable length of time after receiving the Peer Conduct Board’s recommendation, render a decision and notify the respondent. Such notification will be in writing and include the findings of fact, sanctions (if found responsible), and rationale for determinations. The complainant may be apprised of the decision. Such information will be communicated orally to the complainant with a reminder that the information is subject to privacy laws.
14. PEER CONDUCT BOARD APPEALS
14.01. A student found responsible for a violation of the Student Code of Conduct following a Peer Conduct Board hearing may appeal to the Dean of Students, under the following guidelines:
14.01.a. A letter of appeal must be submitted in writing to the Dean of Students within five calendar days from the date of the letter finding the student responsible. A decision will be rendered within ten calendar days. Failure to appeal within the allotted time will render the original decision final and conclusive.
14.01.b. Students who file an appeal may request a meeting with the Dean of Students. Such a meeting may or may not be granted subject to the discretion of the Dean of Students.
14.01.c. Appeal decisions will be based solely upon the record of the original proceeding, upon the written appeal, and upon the meeting with the student, if held.
14.02. The following will be considered grounds for appeal:
14.02.a. An erroneous finding of fact contrary to the substantial weight of the evidence;
14.02.b. Incorrect interpretation of a policy or of the responsibilities of the Peer Conduct Board; 14.02.c. Bias on the part of a Peer Conduct Board member which materially affected the hearing; 14.02.d. Error in hearing procedure;
14.02.e. New evidence related to the case that was not available at the time of the hearing.
14.03. After receiving an appeal and reviewing all available information, the Dean of Students may elect to:
14.03.a. Deny the appeal and, in doing so, affirm the finding and the sanction originally determined;
14.03.b. Remand the case to the original hearing body with recommendations;
14.03.c. Order a new hearing with a new hearing body; or
14.03.d. Dismiss the case.
14.04. The decision of the Dean of Students is final and not subject to additional appeal.
14.05. The imposition of sanctions normally will be deferred pending the outcome of an appeal, unless otherwise directed by the Dean of Students.
15. UNIVERSITY JUDICIAL BOARD HEARINGS
15.01. The University Judicial Board consists of student and faculty/staff representatives. Students will have the option of selecting this type of hearing in cases where it reasonably can be foreseen that suspension or dismissal from the University may result.
15.02. The Director of Residence Life will be responsible for tracking completion of all sanctions assigned as a result of a University Judicial Board hearing.
15.03. Members of the University Judicial Board are the Faculty Senate Chair or designee, the President of the Staff Executive Council or designee, the Director of Student Activities/Multicultural Programming, and two student representatives. A quorum shall consist of three members.
15.04. An ad hoc hearing board may be established by the Dean of Students whenever the regular hearing board is not constituted, is unable to obtain a quorum, or is otherwise unable to hear a case. An ad hoc hearing board shall be composed of three members, including at least one student.
15.05. Prior to participating in board deliberations, members will participate in at least one orientation session coordinated by the Dean of Students.
15.06. Both the findings and the sanctions determined by the University Judicial Board shall be regarded as recommendations to the Dean of Students.
15.07. Student members of the University Judicial Board who are charged with a violation of this Code or with a criminal offense may be suspended from their positions by the Dean of Students during the pendency of the charges against them. Members found responsible of any such violation or offense may be disqualified from any further participation in the University Judicial Board.
16. UNIVERSITY JUDICIAL BOARD PROCEDURES
16.01. The Dean of Students will appoint a hearing officer. The hearing officer shall conduct the hearing. S/he may participate in Board deliberations and discussions, but shall not vote.
16.01.a. The hearing officer is a faculty or staff member of Aurora University who has attended at least one orientation session. S/he is not considered an appointed member of the University Judicial Board.
16.02. The Dean of Students shall give accused students reasonable notice of the hearing date and the specific charges against them. Notice shall be by personal delivery or by certified mail to the last address provided by the student to the University. Accused students shall be accorded reasonable access to the case file, retained by the Dean of Students.
16.03. The hearing officer may call relevant witnesses, after consultation with the Dean of Students. University students and employees are expected to comply with this request, unless compliance would result in significant and unavoidable personal hardship, or substantial interference with normal University activities.
16.04. Any board hearing will be subject to the following:
16.04.a. Absence of the Student Charged: Accused students who fail to appear after proper notice will be deemed to have pled “not responsible” to the charges pending against them. A hearing may be conducted in their absence, if necessary. The hearing board considers the evidence available and bases its decision on a consideration of such evidence.
16.04.b. Impartiality: Any party may challenge a hearing board member or the hearing officer on the grounds of personal bias. Board members may be disqualified by the hearing officer, or upon a majority vote of the voting members, conducted by secret ballot. The hearing officer may be disqualified by the Dean of Students.
16.04.c. Advisor: Both the accused student and the alleged victim may be accompanied by an advisor whose role is to confer with and advise the student charged on his or her rights, suggest questions to ask witnesses, and offer counsel on behavior during the hearing. Advisors take no direct part in the hearing. The advisor must abide by the guidelines established for the hearing. A student may opt not to have an advisor present. The advisor must be an Aurora University faculty or staff member. No outside legal counsel will be permitted.
16.04.d. Public Access: The hearings are closed to the public, unless the students charged have a compelling reason to request an open hearing. Such requests must be received in writing a minimum of two business days in advance of the hearing. The University, other students charged, and/or victim(s) involved will be notified of the request. All parties participating in the hearing must agree in writing for the hearing to be open to the public.
16.04.e. Presentation of Information: Board members may ask questions of the parties and all witnesses. They may also may consider information that is generally known amongst University students, staff and faculty members.
16.04.f. Witnesses: Prospective witnesses, other than the complainant and the student accused, will be excluded from the hearing during the testimony of other witnesses. The accused student and University presenter/complainant will have the privilege of presenting witnesses who will be subject to questioning by members of the judicial board. The accused student and the presenter/complainant will be given the opportunity to request that the judicial body question witnesses about relevant aspects of their testimony. Witnesses will not be subject to penalty for failure to give evidence; however, if a witness who has given evidence refuses to respond to relevant questions, the witness's testimony will be given less weight. It is assumed that the complaining student will appear in person at the hearing to give testimony regarding the incident. Only in the most extenuating circumstances, as determined by the hearing board, would the complaining student be excused from attendance. In such cases, the hearing board shall request written testimony from student the complaining student. Witnesses shall be asked to affirm that their testimony is truthful and may be subject to charges of violating this Code by intentionally providing false information to the University.
16.04.g. Board Deliberations: All parties, the witnesses and the public shall be excluded during Board deliberations, which shall not be recorded or transcribed.
16.04.h. Votes: Votes by the hearing board regarding responsibility or non-responsibility and sanctions to be assessed are by simple majority. Any member not participating in all aspects of a hearing shall not cast a vote.
16.04.i. Recommendations: A case report will be completed for each board hearing by the hearing officer. The case report will include a record of all parties involved in the hearing, pleadings of the accused, the board's findings and sanction recommendations, and a rationale for the recommended sanctions. The board will consider the past disciplinary record of the charged student only after a finding of violation has been determined. The entire record will be forwarded to the Provost.
16.04.j. Decision and Notification: The Dean of Students will, within a reasonable length of time after receiving the judicial board's recommendation, render a decision in the disciplinary matter and notify the accused student. Such notification will be in writing and include the findings of fact, sanctions (if found responsible), and rationale for determinations. The complainant/victim may be apprised of the decision. Such information will be communicated orally to the complainant or victim with a reminder that the information is subject to privacy laws.
16.04.k. Record: A single record of proceedings, such as a tape recording, will be made of all hearings before a judicial body. The record will be the property of the University and be used for deliberations and appeals. No other recording, audio or video, will be permitted. The record of the hearing is University property and it may not be copied or removed from the campus, in accordance with the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. A student found responsible for a violation of the Code of Conduct and his or her advisor may have access to the hearing record, for appeal purposes, through the Dean of Students. The record will be maintained by the Dean of Students. The record may be made available to students preparing for an appeal, upon such request.
17. University Judicial Board Appeals
17.01. A student found “responsible” following a Judicial Board Hearing may appeal the findings or sanctions to the Provost or designee.
17.02. A letter of appeal must be submitted in writing to the Provost within five calendar days from the date of notification of the decision of the Dean of Students. A decision will be rendered within ten calendar days. Failure to appeal within the allotted time will render the original decision final and conclusive.
17.03. Students who file an appeal may request a meeting with the Provost. Such a meeting may or may not be granted subject to the discretion of that official.
17.04. Appeal decisions will be based solely upon the record of the original proceeding and upon the written appeal.
17.05. The following will be considered grounds for appeal:
17.05.a. an erroneous finding of fact contrary to the substantial weight of the evidence;
17.05.b. incorrect interpretation of a policy or of the responsibilities of the administrator or panel;
17.05.c. bias on the part of a judicial board member which materially affected the hearing;
17.05.d. error in hearing procedure;
17.05.e. new evidence material to the case that was not available at the time of the hearing.
17.06. After receiving an appeal and reviewing all available information, the Appeals officer may elect to:
17.06.a. deny the appeal and, in doing so, affirm the finding and the sanction originally determined;
17.06.b. remand the case to the original hearing body with recommendations;
17.06.c. order a new hearing with a new hearing body; or
17.06.d. dismiss the case.
17.07. The decision of the Provost is final and not subject to additional appeal.
17.08. The imposition of sanctions normally will be deferred pending the outcome of an appeal.
18. Disciplinary Files and Records
18.01. Case referrals will result in the development of a disciplinary file in the name of the accused student. All resolutions (responsible, not responsible, and/or charges rescinded) will be noted in the disciplinary file.
18.02. The files of students found responsible of any charges against them normally will be retained as disciplinary record for four years from the date of the letter providing notice of final disciplinary action.
18.03. Disciplinary records may be voided by the Dean of Students for good cause, upon written petition. Factors to be considered in review of such petitions shall include:
18.03.a. the present demeanor of the student.
18.03.b. the conduct of the student subsequent to the violation.
18.03.c. the nature of the violation and the severity of any damage, injury, or harm resulting from it.
19. Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires all colleges and universities that receive financial assistance, under the programs authorized by Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, to report the following crimes that occurred on “campus.” The definition of “campus” includes any property owned, controlled, or used by the University as well as all public property that is within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the institution such as a sidewalk, street, other thoroughfare, or parking facility, that provides immediate access to facilities owned or controlled by the institution.
19.01. Murder - The willful (non-negligent) killing of a human being by another.
19.02. Manslaughter - The killing of a human being through gross negligence.
19.03. Sexual Offenses - Encompasses a number of sexual crimes involving penetration or intrusion (however slight) by whatever means against the victim's will.
19.03.a. Forcible - Crimes categorized as forcible are: forcible rape, forcible sodomy, sexual assault with an object, and forcible fondling.
19.03.b. Non-forcible - Non-forcible sex crimes include: incest and statutory rape
19.04. Robbery - The taking or attempting to take, of anything of value under confrontational circumstances: by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear of immediate harm.
19.05. Aggravated Assault - An unlawful attack by one person upon another where the offender uses a weapon or displays it in a threatening manner, or the victim suffers obvious severe or aggravated bodily injury involving apparent broken bones, loss of teeth, internal injury, severe laceration, or loss of consciousness.
19.06. Burglary - The unlawful entry into a building or structure with the intent to commit a felony or theft.
19.07. Arson - Any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another, etc.
19.08. Motor Vehicle Theft - The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle.
19.09. Liquor Law Violations - Violation of laws or ordinances prohibiting: the manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, possessing of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to a minor or intemperate person; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor, drinking on a train or public conveyance; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned (drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition).
19.10. Drug Law Violations - Violations of State and local laws relating to the unlawful possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (Demerol, methadones); and dangerous nonnarcotic drugs (barbiturates, Benzadrine).
19.11. Weapon Law Violations - The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapon offenses, regulatory in nature, such as: manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned.
19.12. Disciplinary Referrals For University Alcohol Policy Violations - Individuals referred for sanctions for the distribution, possession, or use of any alcoholic beverage while on campus or while attending any University sponsored event off campus.
19.13. Disciplinary Referrals For University Drug Policy Violations - Individuals referred for sanctions for the distribution, possession, or use of any illicit drug(s) while on campus or while attending any University sponsored event off campus.
19.14. Disciplinary Referrals For University Weapon Policy Violations - Individuals referred for sanctions for the possession or use of firearms, explosive devices, air (pellet) guns, crossbows, slingshots, swords, knives (longer than 4”), shurikens, and other weapons or dangerous articles. Clery Act statistics for Aurora University are available from the Office of Campus Safety or on the web at www.aurora.edu/safety/policies.htm.
20. Illinois State Statutes
Because Aurora University is considered a “school” under various provision of the Illinois Criminal Code and given the presence of the Partnership School on the Aurora campus, Aurora University property is considered school property under Illinois law. For the purpose of these statutes, "school" is defined as any public or private elementary or secondary school, community college, college, or university. As a result, the following Illinois laws may apply to conduct on Aurora University property; all applicable University policies may also apply. This is not an inclusive list – for more information, please contact the Director of Campus Safety.
20.01. Weapons: It is illegal to possess, store, or deliver any firearms and look-alike weapons, including soft air and paintball guns within 1000 feet of school property.
20.02. Illegal Controlled Substances: It is illegal to possess, store, or deliver any illegal controlled substance, cannabis, look-alikes, or drug paraphernalia within 1000 of school property.
20.03. Alcohol: Under 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/6-21:
20.03.a. It is a Class B Misdemeanor to possessor sell alcohol if you are under 21.
20.03.b. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to sell, give, or furnish false ID to an individual 21 years old or under (minimum $500 fine).
20.03.c. It is a Class B Misdemeanor to use or possess a false ID if you are under 21.
20.03.d. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to sell, give, or deliver alcohol to individuals under 21 years of age. Local ordinances may also be enforced.
20.03.e. Class A Misdemeanors are punishable with a fine of $1 to $1000 and up to one year in the county jail.
20.03.f. Class B Misdemeanors are punishable with a fine of $1 to $500 and up to six months in the county jail.
20.03.g. These violations may also result in one’s driver’s license being administratively revoked or suspended by the Illinois Secretary of State’s office.
20.04. Sex Offenders: A sex offender, sexual predator, sexually dangerous person, or sexually violent person attending, employed, or carrying on a vocation at an institution for higher education (full-time or part-time basis) is required to do the following:
20.04.a. register as a sex offender, in person in the jurisdiction of residence, their employment and institution of higher education information on the Sex Offender Registration Form within five days of residency, attendance, and/or employment;
20.04.b. the registering agency enters the employment and/or institution of higher education attendance information and any and all changes into the LEADS Caution File within three days;
20.04.c. if attending, employed, or carrying on a vocation at an institution of higher education located in a jurisdiction other than their residence, they are also required to register in person with the jurisdiction where the institution is located; Note: registration shall be completed by reporting to the city police department or county sheriff’s office where the institution of higher education is located. Registration of offenders shall not be done by the institution of higher education police department or security force.
20.04.d. registration of employment and institution of higher education information is required at the jurisdiction where the institution of higher education is located within five days of beginning instruction or employment;
20.04.e. this information is to be collected on a form provided by ISP and should only be used for those sex offenders attending or employed at an institution of higher education and is to be forwarded to ISP within three days;
20.04.f. the agency of jurisdiction where the institution of higher education is located shall provide the board of higher education or other appropriate administrative office of each non-public institution of higher education a list of those sex offenders employed or attending the institution of higher education in a prompt manner;
20.04.g. if the institution of higher education has a campus police department with a LEADS terminal, the campus police will be responsible for running lists to acquire those sex offenders attending and employed at their institution of higher education;
20.04.h. if the institution of higher education where a sex offender is attending does not have a campus police department with a LEADS terminal, the agency of jurisdiction where the institution of higher education is located shall provide the board of higher education or other appropriate administrative office of each non-public institution of higher education a list of those sex offenders employed or attending the institution of higher education in a prompt manner;
20.04.i. if the campus police, board of higher education, or other appropriate administrative office needs immediate information, they should call the local agency of jurisdiction for information regarding sex offenders who are attending, employed, or carrying on a vocation at the institution of higher education;
20.04.j. an employment/institution of higher education form will be provided to the agency of jurisdiction where the institution of higher education is located by ISP and the agency of jurisdiction must complete this form and forward it to ISP within three days; and
20.04.k. adjudicated juvenile delinquent sex offender information is to be provided to licensed day cares, schools, and institutions of higher education. Adjudicated juvenile delinquent sex offender information is not open to general public inspection, unless at the discretion of ISP or other law enforcement agency, it is determined a person’s safety may be compromised.
20.05. Security, Fire, and Life Safety Systems: Under 720 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/16 22, a person commits the offense of tampering with a security, fire, or life safety system when he or she knowingly damages, sabotages, destroys, or causes a permanent or temporary malfunction in any physical or electronic security, fire, or life safety system or any component part of any of those systems, including, but not limited to:
20.05.a. fire bells, alarms, extinguishers, hoses, exit signs, sprinkler systems, card readers and any other life safety system equipment, as described by law.
20.05.b. Violation of this section is considered a Class 4 felony.
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