Language learning models like ChatGPT have changed the way students do research and get academic help. Gone are the days of paper textbooks. Now, students can input questions into ChatGPT or Claude and get instant, free, personalized answers to any questions they have.

Students are now relying on AI tools for quick solutions, but their use also raises concerns about academic dishonesty and overreliance on AI.

There is a growing preference among students for using AI tools over traditional educational support. 86% of students already use AI in their studies, and 54% on at least a weekly basis.

However, you can also face suspension, expulsion, or permanent marks on your record for using AI tools even when you haven't done anything wrong. Accusations like these can derail your academic reputation and damage your future career opportunities.

Are you facing disciplinary charges related to AI use? Don't risk handling these complex issues alone. Call the Lento Law Firm Student Defense Team at 888.535.3686 to safeguard your academic success, or send us a message online.

ChatGPT, Chegg, and How AI is Changing Education

AI tools offer students a lot of promise and potential. However, they've also hit academic support services hard.

Chegg, at one time a leading provider of homework help, has seen its stock value plummet. Chegg's user base continues to shrink as students shift towards free AI alternatives to get the answers they need.

The shift towards AI tools has schools scrambling to adapt their academic honesty policies. Many universities now use AI detection to scan their students' submitted work.

These detection tools are far from perfect. Even the best ones can be unreliable.

AI detectors can produce false positives and incorrectly flag legitimate, human-made work as AI-generated. As a result, students increasingly face accusations of academic dishonesty.

Students Are Facing Unfair Accusations

Being accused of academic misconduct can have severe consequences. Even if a student is cleared, the investigation process can disrupt their academic progress for weeks or months.

Students accused of cheating may face:

• Suspension or expulsion from classes and campus activities
• Delayed exams or course completion
• Permanent marks on their academic records

Schools' “preponderance of evidence” standard—just 51% certainty—combined with flawed AI detection tools, often leads to wrongful accusations that derail hard work.

Take Action Now to Protect Your Future

The Student Defense Team at the Lento Law Firm can help you fight AI-related misconduct charges.

The Lento Law Firm Student Defense Team will help you challenge unreliable AI detection results and navigate school disciplinary procedures. We'll guide you through every step—from gathering evidence to preparing for hearings.

Even when schools limit attorney participation directly in hearings, our experienced education attorneys can assist you with your defense and negotiate with administrators and Offices of General Counsel. Call the Lento Law Firm at 888.535.3686 today, or send us a message online and tell us about your case.