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University of Colorado Student Conduct
Unlike the criminal justice system, the CU Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is not bound by rules of evidence or court procedure. In fact, when a student is charged with a violation of the CU Student Conduct Code, they are not entitled to an attorney. However, they are entitled to have an adviser with them at the hearing to determine whether their conduct has violated one or more provisions of the CU Student Conduct Code.
Upon finding a violation of the CU Student Conduct Code, the hearing officer then has very broad discretion in deciding upon an appropriate sanction. The potential sanctions for a violation of the CU Student Conduct Code vary depending upon the severity of the conduct alleged and whether the student accepts responsibility for their conduct or not. Sanctions can range from having to write a “Reflection Paper” and attending remedial classes or community service work, to being placed on University probation. In the most serious cases or cases with multiple prior violations, the student may be subject to being suspended or even expelled from the University. In addition, a CU student may face termination of a housing contract, which prohibits the student from residing in the residence halls, or exclusion from campus, both of which can be imposed permanently or on an “interim” basis.
Because of the vast discretion of the CU Office of Student Conduct, it is vitally important that your attorney understand the process and the various interests within the system. The Sarbaugh Law Firm has worked hard over the years and has earned the credibility and respect to be able to actually negotiate resolutions of a criminal case that have minimal impact on your CU Student Conduct case.
As noted in the CU Student section, Bruce’s background and experience truly sets The Sarbaugh Law Firm apart from everyone else when representing and defending CU students.