North Carolina is home to a plethora of colleges and universities. All of which have what's referred to as a “code of conduct.” The rules within this code are enforced in an effort to maintain a safe and disruption-free campus environment. At each school this code will look different, so you should probably check your school's student handbook for clarification for the rules you're expected to follow.
In the event that a student is accused of violating school policy, they will undergo a disciplinary proceeding. Regardless of whether the hearing is conducted in the form of a hearing or another process, the ultimate goal is to determine whether or not an accused student is “responsible” for breaking any of the rules within the code. A responsible determination for even a seemingly minor violation exposes a student to serious repercussions. These consequences can not only jeopardize the progress a student has made in their college career but derail their professional lives down the line as well.
If you are a student facing disciplinary violation allegations, understand that there is a lot at stake. Don't hesitate to seek guidance from an experienced North Carolina advisor. An attorney advisor's presence in your case makes all the difference in achieving an equitable process and getting a fair result.
Common Code of Conduct Violations
Academic Misconduct
This is one of the most common violations committed by college students because there are so many ways to commit academic misconduct. Cheating on a test, plagiarizing an essay, making up citations, standing in for someone else, and merely being complicit in any academically dishonest gestures are all punishable under this policy. Students who are found responsible for academic misconduct have been subject to a failing grade for the course, suspension, and even expulsion.
Alcohol
Virtually all colleges and universities have rules prohibiting alcohol use for students under 21 since underage drinking is illegal in all states. But some schools take this rule a step further by limiting alcohol access for all students regardless of age.
Drugs
The unlawful use, possession, purchase or distribution of illicit drugs, controlled substances, or paraphernalia is prohibited on all campuses.
Hazing
Despite the constant controversy that surrounds greek life, hazing rituals are still a huge part of campus culture in some institutions. But these rituals only lead to trouble if they contain certain types of conduct. If it is discovered that a ritual has endangered, humiliated, or degraded another student, those behind initiation procedures will be at risk of being sanctioned.
North Carolina Disciplinary Violation Advisor
The help of an attorney advisor is invaluable in the disciplinary process. National student defense attorney Joseph D. Lento has the skill, experience, and expertise to help you preserve your entitled rights under your school's policy. For a case evaluation or more information about his representation, contact him online or give him a call at 888-535-3686 today.
North Carolina colleges and universities where Joseph D. Lento can help as your or your student's disciplinary violation advisor during investigations, hearings, and appeals include, but are not limited to, the following schools:
- Alamance Community College
- Apex School of Theology
- Appalachian State University
- Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
- Barton College
- Beaufort County Community College
- Belmont Abbey College
- Bennett College for Women
- Bladen Community College
- Blue Ridge Community College
- Brevard College
- Brunswick Community College
- Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
- Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
- Campbell University
- Cape Fear Community College
- Carolina Bible College
- Carolina Christian College
- Carteret Community College
- Catawba College
- Catawba Valley Community College
- Central Carolina Community College
- Central Piedmont Community College
- Chowan University
- Cleveland Community College
- Coastal Carolina Community College
- College of the Albemarle
- Craven Community College
- Davidson College
- Davidson County Community College
- DeVry University North Carolina
- Duke University
- Durham Technical Community College
- East Carolina University
- Edgecombe Community College
- Elizabeth City State University
- Elon University
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville Technical Community College
- Forsyth Technical Community College
- Gardner Webb University
- Gaston College
- Grace College of Divinity
- Greensboro College
- Guilford College
- Guilford Technical Community College
- Halifax Community College
- Harrison College
- Haywood Community College
- Heritage Bible College
- Isothermal Community College
- ITT Technical Institute Cary
- ITT Technical Institute Charlotte North
- ITT Technical Institute Charlotte South
- ITT Technical Institute Durham
- ITT Technical Institute High Point
- James Sprunt Community College
- Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
- Johnson C Smith University
- Johnston Community College
- King's College
- Laurel University
- Lees McRae College
- Lenoir Community College
- Lenoir Rhyne University
- Living Arts College
- Livingstone College
- Louisburg College
- Mars Hill University
- Martin Community College
- Mayland Community College
- McDowell Technical Community College
- Meredith College
- Methodist University
- Mid Atlantic Christian University
- Miller Motte College
- Miller Motte College Cary
- Miller Motte College Fayetteville
- Miller Motte College Greenville
- Miller Motte College Raleigh
- Miller Motte College Wilmington
- Mitchell Community College
- Montgomery Community College
- Montreat College
- Mount Olive College
- Nash Community College
- New Life Theological Seminary
- North Carolina A & T State University
- North Carolina Central University
- North Carolina State University at Raleigh
- North Carolina Wesleyan College
- Pamlico Community College
- Pfeiffer University
- Piedmont Community College
- Piedmont International University
- Pitt Community College
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Randolph Community College
- Richmond Community College
- Roanoke Chowan Community College
- Robeson Community College
- Rockingham Community College
- Rowan Cabarrus Community College
- Saint Augustines College
- Salem College
- Sampson Community College
- Sandhills Community College
- Shaw University
- Shepherds Theological Seminary
- South College Asheville
- South Piedmont Community College
- Southeastern Community College
- Southwestern Community College
- St. Andrews University
- Stanly Community College
- Surry Community College
- The Art Institute of Charlotte
- The Art Institute of Raleigh Durham
- Tri County Community College
- University of North Carolina at Asheville
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- University of North Carolina at Pembroke
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington
- University of North Carolina School of the Arts
- University of Phoenix Charlotte Campus
- University of Phoenix Raleigh Campus
- Vance Granville Community College
- Wake Forest University
- Wake Technical Community College
- Warren Wilson College
- Wayne Community College
- Western Carolina University
- Western Piedmont Community College
- Wilkes Community College
- William Peace University
- Wilson Community College
- Wingate University
- Winston Salem State University
College disciplinary violations can impact an accused student's life if not defended against properly and as early as possible during the disciplinary process, and Joseph D. Lento has a decade of experience passionately fighting for the future of his clients at colleges and universities throughout the nation. He does not settle for the easiest outcome, and instead, prioritizes his clients' needs and well-being. Joseph Lento is a licensed attorney in New Jersey and New York, is admitted as an attorney pro hac vice in state and federal court if needed when representing clients nationwide, and serves as a student advisor and educational consultant to students facing disciplinary cases in North Carolina and throughout the nation. Make certain your or your student's interests are protected - Contact student defense attorney Joseph D. Lento today.
