Is this a big deal?

The school is investigating me, can I get charged with a crime in court? | Is this a big deal? | Do I need a lawyer if I am innocent? | Should I withdraw from school? | I got a notice of investigation, should I call my family? | I am from another country with a student visa, what happens if I am suspended? | The school wants me to come in to the Title IX office within 5 days, can I wait until after that meeting to get a lawyer or call my family? | I read the Title IX rules changed to help the accused, do I still need a lawyer? | This is a misunderstanding, can’t I just talk to the complainant and fix this?his is a misunderstanding, can’t I just talk to the complainant and fix this? | I am a girl, can I get charged with sexual misconduct?

Contact a Colorado Title IX lawyer representing clients at Colorado State University Ft. Collins (CSU) in Ft. Collins, CO today. To schedule your initial consultation complete our inquiry form.

YES – you can be summarily suspended from school, removed from campus housing and trespassed from the entire campus based on the report of sexual misconduct or stalking alone. You will likely not be able to complete the semester or take exams resulting in Fs for the semester. The investigation, hearing and appeal can take a few months to complete. Your permanent transcript can be marked “Responsible for Sexual Misconduct” forever, and it will be available to all schools and employers through the education transcript clearing house. You can be suspended for years or expelled forever. Finally, the case can go to the local prosecutor and result in a Felony Sexual Assault charge subjecting you to a lifetime on probation, parole or in prison with a lifetime of sex offender registration.

If you would like to schedule an initial consultation, contact a Colorado attorney for issues regarding with your Title IX case. The Savela Law Firm, P.C. Give us a call at (720) 821-1001 or complete our inquiry form.