California State University, Fullerton, is a great school. With a degree from Cal State Fullerton, the possibilities are endless. But when you're accused of misconduct, your entire future could be on the line. If you've just been accused of misconduct, it's understandable if you're feeling angry, confused, or just generally lost on your next steps.

Fortunately, the Lento Law Firm is here to help. Our Student Defense Team has helped many Cal State Fullerton students face disciplinary action. We work to protect your rights through the disciplinary process, guide you in presenting a strong defense, and ensure you get the best possible outcome in your case. Let us help you; call us at 888-535-3686 or contact us online.

Misconduct Allegations at Cal State Fullerton

Cal State Fullerton's Standards for Student Conduct details all actions that are grounds for student discipline. Misconduct typically falls into one of the following three categories:

Academic Misconduct

Common accusations of academic misconduct our Student Defense Team sees include:

• Cheating on exams or assignments
• Unauthorized collaboration
• Plagiarism
• Falsification or fabrication of university documents
• Unauthorized use of AI technology
• Multiple submissions without the professor's consent

Conduct Violations

Cal State Fullerton students can also face disciplinary action for numerous behaviors outside the classroom. These are conduct violations; they include, but are not limited to:

• Disruption of university activities
• Hazing
• Use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
• Use, possession, or distribution of alcohol
• Theft
• Property damage
• Possession of weapons
• Misuse of computer facilities or resources
• Physical or verbal harassment
• Assault
• Falsification or misrepresentation of information in a student discipline matter
• Initiation of a student discipline proceeding in bath faith
• Any violation of local, state, or federal law

Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Violations

Title IX violations are sexual misconduct violations. They include, but are not limited to:

• Sexual harassment
• Sexual assault
• Dating violence
• Domestic violence
• Stalking

Disciplinary Action Processes at Cal State Fullerton

What the disciplinary action process will look like for you at Cal State Fullerton depends on the type of misconduct you are being accused of. While all cases are assessed on a case-by-case basis, cases typically are handled as follows:

Academic Misconduct Disciplinary Action Process

Fortunately, when you are accused of committing academic dishonesty at Cal State Fullerton, the disciplinary action process begins with your professor, not the Office of Student Conduct. If a professor accuses you of academic misconduct, they must speak with you first.

Cal State Fullerton requires professors to have reasonable evidence that they have committed academic misconduct. Reasonable evidence doesn't mean hard evidence. A professor's personal observations are enough under Cal State Fullerton's Academic Dishonestly policy. Your professor will present this evidence to you during a meeting. Ideally, you and your professor can find a resolution that keeps you out of the formal disciplinary action process.

Suppose you and your professor cannot resolve this internally, and your professor feels it is more likely than not that you have committed academic misconduct. In that case, they will report the incident to their department chair, the Dean of Students Office, and the Student Conduct Office. The report will include the allegations against you, supporting evidence, the sanctions the professor is issuing, and recommendations for additional action if they deem appropriate.

You don't just have to accept the sanctions your professor issues against you if the allegations are false or the sanctions unfair. You can appeal your academic misconduct sanctions by contacting your professor and the Academic Appeals Board and submitting an appeal form. There are specific timelines and procedures you need to follow. The Lento Law Firm attorney will assist you in the process.

Student Conduct Code Violation Disciplinary Action Process

The disciplinary action process for Student Conduct Code violations will begin with receiving notice of the accusations against you from a Student Conduct Administrator in the Office of Student Conduct. You will then have a meeting with the Administrator to discuss your case.

The Administrator has the authority to dismiss the complaint against you during this meeting. At the meeting, the Administrator will likely try to come to a resolution with you that will include you signing a Resolution Agreement. The Resolution Agreement means you are accepting responsibility for the allegations and waiting for the right to a hearing on the accusations and any sanctions issued against you. You may alternatively request a hearing only on the sanctions while accepting responsibility for the allegations.

You will receive notice of a hearing when you don't sign a Resolution Agreement. The document will include proposed sanctions. You can accept the recommended sanctions and avoid the hearing or move forward with the hearing. The Lento Law Firm attorney can help you weigh the pros and cons and make the best decision in your case.

Your hearing is your opportunity to defend yourself and present evidence supporting your innocence or argue that the sanctions recommended are inappropriate. The hearing is held before a Hearing Officer. After the hearing, they will make a recommendation to the Cal State Fullerton President, who will make the final decision and notify you.

Title IX Disciplinary Action Process

Title IX violations at Cal State Fullerton are handled by its Office for Civil Rights and Equity. The process differs slightly from other types of misconduct at Cal State Fullerton. Title IX is a federal law that establishes specific policies and procedures for addressing Title IX violations. These cases are assigned specific Title IX Coordinators and have strict rules for conducting Title IX investigations, hearings, and appeals. Title IX is complex and always changing, which makes it difficult to understand your rights and the general process. At the Lento Law Firm, our Student Defense Team is well-versed in all Title IX provisions and has helped countless students facing sexual misconduct allegations at Cal State Fullerton.

Consequences and Sanctions for Misconduct at Cal State Fullerton

You can receive a wide range of sanctions if you are found guilty of disciplinary misconduct at Cal State Fullerton. Common disciplinary sanctions students face include:

• Receiving an F on an exam or assignment
• Receiving an F in a course
• Educational seminars
• Written warning
• Disciplinary probation
• Restitution
• Suspension
• Dismissal

Protect Your Future – Retain the Lento Law Firm Today

Don't let misconduct accusations derail your educational career at Cal State Fullerton. Let the Lento Law Firm get you back on track. Call our Student Defense Team at 888-535-3686 or contact us online today to get started.