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CRIMINAL VS. STUDENT CONDUCT PROCESS
Criminal vs. Student Conduct Process
| | Student Conduct Process | Criminal Justice System | | Foundation | The Robert Morris University Code of Student Conduct. | Federal, state and local laws. | | | | | | Standard of Evidence | Level of evidence necessary for a finding of "responsible:" a "preponderance of evidence" - a showing it's more likely than not that a violation occurred. | Level of evidence necessary for a finding of "guilty:" "beyond a reasonable doubt." | | | | | | Types of Admissible Evidence | All evidence may be presented, including anonymous reports, hearsay, photographic evidence, etc. The reliability and accuracy of the evidence will be considered as part of the decision-making process. | Strict rules of evidence apply. Evidence must be gathered, held and presented according to strict legal guidelines. | | | | | | Retention of Records | Records are retained for seven (7) years following the student's last violation. Records of students who are suspended or expelled from residence halls or the university are retained indefinitely. | Records may be maintained in perpetuity. | | | | | | Release of Records | Records are private and may be released only as outlined in the Family Education Records Privacy Act (FERPA). | Records are public and may be viewed by anyone. | | | | | | Hearings | Private hearings. Trained university hearing officers will conduct the meeting in a manner that is respectful to all involved. Students may elect that an advisor (no attorneys) may be present during the hearing. | Usually public hearings. Attorneys may actively participate in questioning, cross-examination, etc. |
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