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When Students Are Accused Of Sex Offenses

Colleges and universities may be overzealous in their prosecution and punishment of individuals charged with campus-related sex offenses. In some cases, defendants may endure academic punishments without even having been convicted.

The Preponderance Of Evidence Standard

In a criminal court, a conviction requires that a judge or jury determines a defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

But Texas A&M and other schools in the area adhere to a different, somewhat looser standard.* Namely, when considering crimes related to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking, school administrations apply the preponderance of evidence standard. Instead of proving that an event took place ‘beyond a reasonable doubt,’ prosecutors need only to demonstrate that the ‘greater weight of the evidence’ points toward conviction.

As a result, students who could not be convicted in criminal court are subjected to stringent academic punishments. This could mean the loss of financial aid, suspension from school or expulsion.

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Mark A. Di Carlo is committed to protecting his clients and asserting their rights. He is skilled at negotiating dismissals, reduced charges and reduced sentences.

To learn more, call 800-584-5798 or schedule an appointment online. Initial consultations are always free.