By Tylden Shaeffer | Published May 24, 2023 | Posted in Title IX Claims | Tagged Tags: sexual misconduct, Title IX violation | Comments Off on Potential Defenses Against Title IX Sexual Misconduct Allegations
College students accused of sexual misconduct may be subject to disciplinary proceedings under Title IX, the statute that prohibits sex discrimination at schools receiving federal funding. Being found to have engaged in such conduct carries immediate and long-term repercussions. Understanding the process you are facing, as well as possible defenses, is vital to protecting your Read More
Read MoreIf you are a college student accused of sexual misconduct in violation of Title IX, you may face a litany of potential penalties that can leave a permanent mark on your college record, preventing you from entering graduate school and even affecting your future employment. Title IX disciplinary procedures can be complex and you need Read More
Read MoreTitle IX is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in universities and schools that receive funding from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). Among other strictures, the law requires these institutions to implement procedures for reporting and addressing charges of sexual assault. However, the DOE has recently proposed major changes in the regulations that Read More
Read MoreTitle IX is a federal law that bars sex-based discrimination by any school that receives funding from the U.S. government. One function of Title IX is to discipline those who commit acts of sexual harassment or sexual assault in school. Although Title IX proceedings can impose serious penalties such as loss of scholarships and suspension Read More
Read MoreTitle IX is a federal law that prohibits academic institutions from discrimination based on sex, including sexual misconduct by students. When a student is accused of violating Title IX, the stakes are high. Not only could they be facing expulsion from their school, but the accusation may expose them to criminal prosecution, which might jeopardize Read More
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