Good Samaritan Rule

The purpose of this leniency is to minimize any hesitation students or student organizations may have in obtaining immediate medical or other professional help for students in need typically due to alcohol intoxication or the misuse of drugs. It is the responsibility of the student to communicate during the student conduct process that they believe their circumstances fit one of the below definitions for leniency within the Good Samaritan Rule.

Leniency is available to students or student organizations who accept medical or other professional assistance without fear of a disciplinary record for violating alcohol or drug policies. Students or student organizations who seek medical or other professional assistance for others, may be eligible for the same leniency. Students or student organizations may be provided educational opportunities but will not otherwise maintain a disciplinary record.

Any exemption from disciplinary action granted under this rule may only apply to conduct action and/or sanctions under the Student Conduct Code and does not apply to any criminal action taken by law enforcement, such as issuing a citation or making an arrest. Criteria for granting leniency may include but is not limited to the severity of the incident, the student’s disposition regarding the incident, whether the student has been granted leniency in the past, and the student’s previous conduct record.   

Dean of Students

Students or student organizations choosing to utilize the Good Samaritan Rule must:

  • Be the first person to seek medical or professional assistance, before other individuals including law enforcement, university staff members, or emergency medical personnel arrive.
  • Provide their name and contact information as requested to emergency personnel and/or university staff members.
  • Cooperate with emergency personnel and/or university staff members.
  • Engage with Student Conduct Administrators in the conduct process, including attending a hearing. At that time the student or student organization who believes the Good Samaritan Provision applies to their circumstances should share that with their Student Conduct Administrator.