dismissal . Alternative sanctions may include disciplinary probation and restrictions , attendance in a drug rehabilitation program , and periodic drug testing .
Student conduct that violates local , state , or federal laws , whether or not it results in the arrest and / or conviction of the student ( for example driving under the influence , public intoxication , vandalism , etc .) associated with the use , possession , distribution , or manufacture of illicit or illegal drugs will be included by the college in the assessment of disciplinary sanctions . Finally , Williamson considers any synthetic form of an illegal drug , regardless of its current legal status , to be an illegal drug and will be treated as such in alignment with this policy .
Drug Testing Policy The college reserves the right to require a drug test from a student where there is a reasonable suspicion that the college ’ s zero tolerance policy has been violated . Williamson also conducts periodic random drug testing of its student body . A urine test is typically used by the college , although a hair follicle test may be administered on a case-by-case basis as warranted or requested by the student . Failure to submit to a drug test is a violation of the college ’ s disciplinary policy and may result in dismissal . Students who are selected will be tested immediately or as soon as possible following notification . A student who admits to drug use after being informed of the test will still be tested . Any attempt by the student to tamper with or invalidate a testing sample will be considered a failed test .
Appeal Procedure for Drug & Alcohol Testing If a student wishes to challenge the results of the college ’ s drug test , he must take an additional test at his own expense . Williamson will determine the testing location and methodology . For failed alcohol tests , a second breathalyzer test may be requested and is administered immediately . Contact the Vice President of Student Affairs for more information regarding these processes .
Legal Sanctions for Use , Possession , or Distribution of Illicit or Illegal Drugs and Alcohol { 7 / 20 / 18 }
Under Pennsylvania State law , if an individual is under 21 and possesses a fake ID or falsifies an ID card to misrepresent their age , or purchase , attempt to purchase , use , or transport alcoholic beverages , they will lose their driver ’ s license on the first conviction .
• First offense – 90-day mandatory suspension
• Second Offense – 1-year suspension
• Third Offense – 2-year suspension
Individuals found guilty will pay a fine of up to $ 500 . Parents will be notified and , if the courts stipulate , the individual will be required to complete an alcohol education or counseling program . Moreover , it is unlawful for any person to sell , furnish , or give any liquor , or permit any liquor to be sold , furnished , or given to any person visibly intoxicated or to any minors ( persons less than 21 years of age ). Violation carries a minimum $ 1,000 fine for the first offense and a $ 2,500 fine for second and further offenses . Maximum penalty : $ 2,500 and one-year imprisonment .
State and federal law forbids the possession or consumption of illegal drugs or narcotics . Federal and state law forbids the possession of illegal drugs or narcotics , such as cocaine , barbiturates , hallucinogens , or other illegal , addictive substances . The sale , use , possession , or manufacture of such illegal substances is strictly forbidden . The sale , use , or possession of drug paraphernalia such as rolling papers , bongs , pipes , and the like are also forbidden on campus . Infraction of these laws constitutes a major violation of campus policy .
A violation of Pennsylvania ’ s Controlled Substance , Drug Device , and Cosmetic Act calls for widely varying penalties depending on the nature of the offense ( e . g ., sale versus possession ), the type of drug involved , the quantity of drugs involved and whether the individual ’ s offense is a first , second ,
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