Of all the misconduct a student can be accused of on a college campus, alcohol-related infractions are among the most serious. Why? Because college students can face consequences not only through the criminal justice system but...
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Parents often face challenges when it comes to hiring a college student defense lawyer. It’s not always clear what type of lawyer to seek out, especially if the college student is dealing with disciplinary proceedings on...
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Academic proceedings can be complex and often intimidating, especially in the face of serious cheating allegations like unauthorized collaboration. If you have been accused of unauthorized collaboration, the student defense attorneys at DC Student Defense, led...
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In recent months, students and families across the country have felt the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action in college admissions. This ruling has reshaped how elite colleges approach admissions, particularly regarding...
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Academic misconduct encompasses a wide range of academic violations, most often related to cheating. Such actions create an unfair academic advantage for oneself and/or a disadvantage for other students. Our team of student defense attorneys, led...
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As a student, the last thing you want to hear is that a professor is accusing you of cheating on an online test or assignment. False accusations of conduct code violations and academic dishonesty can have...
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Your college years are an exciting time but can be one met with adversity, especially for students who identify as transgender or nonbinary. Unfortunately, discrimination based on gender identity still occurs in schools across the country....
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Navigating higher education as a student with disabilities can present unique challenges. From accessing classrooms to facing unfair treatment, students with disabilities often encounter obstacles that affect their educational experience. Title IX is a federal law...
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Navigating college can be a rewarding yet challenging experience, especially when facing the potential of discrimination based on your sexual orientation. In an ideal world, educational institutions would offer safe spaces for all students, regardless of...
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Facing an accusation of college conduct code violations can be a distressing and confusing experience. It's important to know that these situations are more common than you might think, and you have the power to take...
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Research and surveys consistently show that cheating is widespread and harms the credibility of academic qualifications, student success, and the quality of the educational environment. Allegations of academic misconduct are serious situations that threaten not only...
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Being charged with a drug crime can be an incredibly stressful experience, particularly for college students whose entire futures hang in the balance. While the immediate consequences such as fines, jail time, or probation are daunting,...
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There is a common misconception that Title IX strictly applies to an individual's sex. In reality, Title IX is also applicable to those with disabilities. In fact, many argue that Title IX affects those with disabilities...
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Being charged with disorderly conduct can be a scary and overwhelming experience, especially for a college student. It can have serious consequences, including fines, jail time, and a permanent mark on your record that could impact...
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Being accused of a crime can be a scary event for anyone. For college students, however, the potential threat of a criminal conviction can mean the difference between graduating and not graduating. DC Student Defense understands...
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