Campus Rape Allegations Lawyer
ServicesUpon receiving a report of campus rape or sexual assault, colleges and universities are tasked with properly applying school Title IX policies. Given what is at stake, it is in your best interest to speak to a capable student defense attorney if you find yourself facing allegations of rape or sexual assault on campus. A campus rape allegations lawyer from KJK can help you not only protect your academic career but also avoid criminal repercussions as well. We are available to work on cases across the country.
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Campus Rape and Title IX
In addition to criminal charges, an allegation of rape or sexual assault could result in a disciplinary proceeding at a college or university. Any educational institution that receives federal funding is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to investigate and respond to incidents of sexual discrimination – including rape and sexual assault of any kind. To avoid the potential loss of federal funding, most colleges and universities take an aggressive approach to Title IX reports, and such an approach may deprive a student of a fair and prompt grievance procedure.
Compared to a criminal proceeding, the rights of a student facing a disciplinary hearing for a rape allegation are limited. Regardless, an attorney can prepare a student facing campus rape allegations for what to expect during the disciplinary process and advocate for them in front of the Title IX hearing panel.
Dealing with Consent
The issue of consent is central to allegations of rape. Whether or not a sexual encounter was consensual is often the focal point of Title IX cases. Unfortunately, there is rarely evidence of consent, or the lack thereof. And the question is analyzed based on one person’s word against another.
Questions about consent are often complicated by the consumption of alcohol. It is best for students to avoid sexual encounters with a person who is showing signs of intoxication.
Student Discipline and Criminal Liability
Student disciplinary hearings are not criminal proceedings, but the outcome of these hearings could impact a criminal case in the near future. Prosecutors are able to obtain records related to the campus hearing. It is not uncommon for law enforcement to rely on the evidence provided through the disciplinary process to bring criminal charges.
This can put students in a tough position. If they refuse to testify in their own defense during these proceedings, they could face expulsion from school. However, testifying could provide an opening for a prosecution to move forward in court.
A college student facing a rape allegation does not have to decide on their approach to their case alone. An experienced campus rape allegations attorney can advise them on how best to proceed in a disciplinary hearing.
Talk to a Campus Rape Allegations Attorney About Your Defense
If you are facing allegations of rape, a potential school disciplinary proceeding is only one of the challenges to your future and your freedom that you should be aware of. You could also be the target of a criminal investigation during or after the school’s investigation.
A campus rape allegations lawyer from KJK can advise you on your rights during the disciplinary process and help you avoid complicating any criminal case against you. Reach out to us to learn what your next step should be.
Important to Know:
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Testimonials
Enough cannot be said for how helpful KJK was ...
for me during my allegation process. Susan and Kristina were extremely knowledgeable and passionate toward my specific case. They consistently had steps of action to take in my defense and were extremely flexible when working with me. They helped prepare me, both mentally and emotionally, prior to my hearing. Thanks to their hard work, I now have my future back.”
– Successfully defended a pre-med undergraduate student for alleged cheating on a physics lab report and showed that the professor had made a critical error in basic mathematics
Susan and Kristina are great lawyers.
They helped me resolve an extremely difficult academic dishonesty accusation case against me at the university level. They had helpful ideas and were persistent in making sure my defense was the best it could be. They were creative in their way of utilizing outside resources that helped achieve a positive outcome. Good, prompt responses to my questions. I highly recommend them!
