Ohio University Discipline Lawyer

Advising You in Miami University Hearings

Miami University in Ohio has a code of student conduct. If you are charged with a crime on campus or in the city of Oxford, you could face a university discipline action or even suspension.

Our lawyers offer a free initial consultation to discuss your situation if you are charged with a code violation and face a discipline hearing before the Miami University Office of Student Conflict Resolution. Our law office is located in Oxford, across the street from the Butler County Courthouse.

Alcohol-Related Offenses

Some of the most common violations are underage possession, underage drinking, underage intoxication and fake I.D. charges. If you are arrested for any of these charges on campus or in the city of Oxford, the charges may be forwarded to the Office of Student Conflict Resolution.

For a first offense for underage intoxication, you may be required to attend alcohol awareness programs. For a second offense within a two-year period, you may be suspended from the university for a semester.

For possession, underage drinking and fake I.D. charges, Miami University has a three-strikes-and-you're-out policy. If you are found responsible for any of these violations three times within a two-year period, you may be suspended for a semester.

Even if you are able to resolve the criminal charges without a conviction, you can still be found responsible at the university discipline hearing based on an independent review of the evidence by the university.

Drug Trafficking, Assault, Date Rape and Other Felonies

Anyone accused of drug trafficking or a crime of violence such as assault, date rape or aggravated menacing can be subject to what's known as a "1219 hearing," which is a state-mandated hearing to determine if a student should be expelled. Our lawyers represent students in 1219 hearings, as well as summary expulsion hearings initiated by the university.

Free Attorney Consultation

To talk to an experienced lawyer about your Miami University discipline action, call us toll free at 866-679-5618 or e-mail us today.