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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Allegations of sexual assault and discrimination at colleges and universities and their subsequent mishandling of said allegations have become a large part of the nationwide #MeToo discussion. At the center of the conversations are the regulations...
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College is a time of freedom and independence for many students. However, with that independence comes an increased potential to run up against the law. In some cases, if your college student has a run in...
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College students are under immense pressure to succeed, and the temptation to cheat can be overwhelming. With the rise of online learning, cheating has become easier and more widespread than ever before. But the consequences of...
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The discussion of plagiarism has increased over the decades. In March 2020, ICAI researchers administered an updated version of the McCabe survey to 840 students across various college campuses and discovered that 58% of the students...
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Being caught with marijuana can have serious legal, academic, professional, and ethical consequences. Our DC student defense attorneys are here to help you navigate these difficult challenges with compassion. Led by our seasoned student defense attorney,...
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Not so long ago, academic honor code violations consisted primarily of college students being accused of using “paper banks” to buy other people’s papers to use as their own or – in a throwback to elementary...
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Three steps you should take if your child is accused of plagiarism Accusations of plagiarism have long been a consideration of both parents and students, even more so now, with the role that the internet plays...
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Navigating the aftermath of an alleged sexual assault on a college campus is a daunting and complex process. Not only are you faced with the possibility of criminal charges from local law enforcement, but you also...
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If you have been arrested while you’re in college — even if it wasn’t on campus — you run the risk of being punished twice for the same crime. Twice? But doesn’t the U.S. Constitution protect...
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