Michigan is home to many colleges and universities that probably have a “code of conduct.” This code is comprised of rules enforced in an effort to maintain a safe and disruption-free campus community. At each school the code will look a little different, so be sure to check your school's student handbook for clarification on the rules you are expected to follow.
In the event that a student is accused of violating any of the rules within this code, they will undergo a disciplinary proceeding to determine whether or not they are “responsible” for violating school policy. A responsible determination for a seemingly minor violation following a disciplinary proceeding can get you in serious trouble. Trouble that may not only derail the progression of your college career but haunt you further down the line in your professional life as well.
If you are a student facing disciplinary violation allegations, they should not be taken lightly. Don't hesitate to seek guidance from an experienced Michigan advisor. An attorney advisor's presence in your case will ensure a fair process and result.
Common Code of Conduct Violations
Alcohol
Underage drinking is illegal in all states, which means that virtually all colleges and universities have rules that prohibit alcohol use by students under the age of 21 on campus. But some institutions take this rule a step further by limiting alcohol possession and consumption for all attending students regardless of age. But overall, there will be consequences for providing alcoholic beverages to underage students.
Bullying
Bullying is behavior that causes substantial emotional or physical harm to another student or group of students. Bullying behavior is punishable when it is pervasive. If this conduct interferes with another person's ability to attend school, creates a hostile environment for them, or significantly interrupts the operation of the college, it is pervasive, and therefore punishable.
Disorderly Conduct
A student's engagement in behavior that can be perceived as lewd, disruptive, or indecent constitutes disorderly conduct. Loitering, acting recklessly in a crowded area, and public intoxication are some examples of disorderly conduct.
Drugs
The unlawful use, possession, purchase, or distribution of illicit drugs, controlled substances, or paraphernalia is prohibited on all campuses.
Hazing
Hazing rituals are still embedded in campus culture despite the perpetual controversy that surrounds greek life. If it is discovered that a ritual contains conduct that humiliates, degrades, or endangers other individuals, the students involved will be sanctioned.
Physical Misconduct / Assault / Violence
Fighting or any other types of unwanted physical violence aimed at another person is not welcomed on campus.
Michigan 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.
Michigan 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:
- Adrian College
- Albion College
- Alma College
- Alpena Community College
- Andrews University
- Aquinas College
- Baker College Center for Graduate Studies
- Baker College of Allen Park
- Baker College of Auburn Hills
- Baker College of Cadillac
- Baker College of Clinton Township
- Baker College of Flint
- Baker College of Jackson
- Baker College of Muskegon
- Baker College of Owosso
- Baker College of Port Huron
- Bay de Noc Community College
- Bay Mills Community College
- Calvin College
- Central Michigan University
- Cleary University
- College for Creative Studies
- Compass College of Cinematic Arts
- Concordia University Ann Arbor
- Cornerstone University
- Davenport University
- Delta College
- DeVry University Michigan
- Eastern Michigan University
- Ferris State University
- Finlandia University
- Glen Oaks Community College
- Gogebic Community College
- Grace Bible College
- Grand Rapids Community College
- Grand Valley State University
- Great Lakes Christian College
- Henry Ford Community College
- Hope College
- International Academy of Design and Technology Troy
- ITT Technical Institute Canton
- ITT Technical Institute Dearborn
- ITT Technical Institute Swartz Creek
- ITT Technical Institute Troy
- ITT Technical Institute Wyoming
- Jackson Community College
- Kalamazoo College
- Kalamazoo Valley Community College
- Kellogg Community College
- Kettering University
- Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
- Kirtland Community College
- Kuyper College
- Lake Michigan College
- Lake Superior State University
- Lansing Community College
- Lawrence Technological University
- Macomb Community College
- Madonna University
- Marygrove College
- Michigan Jewish Institute
- Michigan State University
- Michigan Technological University
- Mid Michigan Community College
- Monroe County Community College
- Montcalm Community College
- Mott Community College
- Muskegon Community College
- North Central Michigan College
- Northern Michigan University
- Northwestern Michigan College
- Northwood University Michigan
- Oakland Community College
- Oakland University
- Olivet College
- Rochester College
- Sacred Heart Major Seminary
- Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Sanford Brown College Dearborn
- Sanford Brown College Grand Rapids
- Schoolcraft College
- Siena Heights University
- South University Novi
- Southwestern Michigan College
- Spring Arbor University
- St Clair County Community College
- The Art Institute of Michigan
- University of Detroit Mercy
- University of Michigan Ann Arbor
- University of Michigan Dearborn
- University of Michigan Flint
- University of Phoenix Metro Detroit Campus
- University of Phoenix West Michigan Campus
- Washtenaw Community College
- Wayne County Community College District
- Wayne State University
- West Shore Community College
- Western Michigan University
- Yeshiva Gedolah of Greater Detroit
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 Michigan and throughout the nation. Make certain your or your student's interests are protected - Contact student defense attorney Joseph D. Lento today.
