Judicial Board and Academic Dishonesty Hearings

Judicial Board and Academic Dishonesty Hearings

All students at the University of Maryland College Park are subject to the Code of Student Conduct. If you reside on campus, you may be subject to the Residence Halls Rules and Regulations. All students are also subject to the Honor Code. The campus-wide enforcement of these regulations is done by The Office of Student Conduct, which supervises the Judicial Boards, Resident Life Office of Rights and Responsibilities, and the Honor Council. Violations of these many rules can lead to the student's expulsion, suspension, probation, termination of housing contract, and failure of an academic course.

Since its inception, the Law Offices of Steven M. Jacoby has been competently, aggressively and successfully representing students in this highly specialized setting for nearly 25 years. I am a 1971 graduate of UMCP and am still active in campus activities. In the past, I have participated in training for the student judicial board members, as well as in Faculty Senate meetings concerning the judicial process on campus.

Both students and their parents are chagrined by the serious possible consequences of student conduct violations. The process of adjudicating these charges may be even more daunting to both parents and their children than they could possibly have anticipated. These charges may arise from criminal activity such as DUI/DWI, drug offenses, date or acquaintance rape, theft, disorderly conduct, underage drinking, or malicious destruction of property. The board charges are independent of criminal charges and the outcomes may be more significant than the student may face in court. Students and their parents face substantial financial hardships in paying for a college education. Any blemish on a student's transcript may inhibit the student's employment, graduate or professional school plans. These charges may completely and adversely alter your entire collegiate experience.

Parents or students, contact the Law Offices of Steven M. Jacoby at (301) 779-5560 or (800) 864-4488 to arrange a free consultation about matters related to judicial board and academic dishonesty hearings.

University of Maryland Judicial Board Hearing Lawyer

The Office of Student Conduct has the authority to administer the Code of Student Conduct through judicial board hearings or more informal proceedings. These hearings can result in a student being expelled, suspended, or being evicted from the dorm or residence hall, as well as a possible permanent transcript notation, which can prove devastating to future hopes and plans. You have the right to defend against these possible consequences. I can provide the legal help and assistance you need and deserve in these situations. Contact the Law Offices of Steven M. Jacoby.

Whether the Judicial Board charges are related to criminal charges or not, you should act quickly. The University certainly will. Assure yourself of the best strategies and the best defense. Contact the Law Offices of Steven M. Jacoby.

University of Maryland College Park Academic Dishonesty Cases

An accusation of cheating, plagiarism or collusion, may be considered a violation of the University Honor Code. Steven M. Jacoby is available to consult in these cases and offer guidance that may help prevent course failure, suspension, or other repercussions. Please note that attorney participation in Honor Council hearing is significantly restricted. However, legal guidance and advice may be invaluable in such situations to the students and their families.

Contact the Law Offices of Steven M. Jacoby at (301) 779-5560 or (800) 864-4488 for a free consultation about any case related to judicial board hearings and academic dishonesty hearings at the University of Maryland.