Maybe it didn't seem like a big deal at the time. You made a few changes to your transcript, and you didn't think you would ever get caught. But now you've been caught, or you're worried that you might be, and you're wondering what's going to happen next.

If this sounds like your situation, call the Lento Law Firm's Student Discipline Defense Team at 888-535-3686 today or contact us online. We can help you assess your situation and plan your way forward.

Academic Consequences

First things first, altering or falsifying your academic records is a serious offense with serious academic consequences.

Here's what could happen no matter where you live:

• Admission revoked: Your admission offer may be rescinded, regardless of how far into the program you are.
• Academic discipline: You could face disciplinary action from the university, including suspension or expulsion. This could permanently mar your academic record and make it difficult to get into another grad program.
• Course or grade changes: You might be required to retake the altered courses for legitimate grades, or your altered grade could be withdrawn or changed to reflect the actual score.
• Community service or restitution: You might be required to perform community service or compensate the university for any damages caused by your actions.
• Loss of funding: If you received any scholarships or financial aid based on your falsified transcript, you may be required to repay those funds.
• Degree revocation: In severe cases, your degree might be revoked if it was already awarded.
• Damage to reputation: News of your academic dishonesty could spread within the academic community, potentially damaging your professional reputation and future career prospects.

Legal Consequences

And your problems might not end with the school. Falsifying a transcript is considered academic fraud and the university or another affected party could file a civil lawsuit against you for damages caused by your deception.

The consequences you face could vary depending on several factors, including:

• Severity of the Alteration: Did you simply change a grade or completely fabricate courses and grades?
• Intent and Motive: Were you trying to gain an unfair advantage in academics or scholarships, or was it due to extenuating circumstances?
• Prior Disciplinary Record: A clean record might offer some leniency, while past offenses could lead to stricter penalties.
• University Policies: Each university has its own code of conduct and disciplinary procedures regarding academic dishonesty.

We Can Help

You can't undo what you did in the past. If you're facing this situation, it's crucial that you have someone knowledgeable and experienced in your corner now.

We can help you understand your rights and options and explain the university's disciplinary procedures, the potential consequences, and your legal rights. We may even be able to help you negotiate a less severe outcome, such as probation instead of suspension.

We can represent you during hearings to present your case in the best light, ensuring you're treated fairly. You don't have to figure all of this out on your own. Call The Student Discipline Defense Team at The Lento Law Firm at 888-535-3686 today or contact us online.