Drug Violations
Possession of any controlled substance, including drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, LSD, and ecstasy, as well as unauthorized prescription medications, drug paraphernalia, and materials used to manufacture or distribute illegal drugs, can result in serious penalties under federal and state laws, including imprisonment and large fines. Penalties increase sharply if the conviction involves possession, distribution, or the manufacture of controlled substances while on the grounds of a school or college.
In addition, students convicted of possessing or selling illegal drugs (not including alcohol and tobacco) may be ineligible to participate in federal student loan programs offered by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information on penalties for violating controlled substance laws can be found at the website for the Drug Enforcement Administration, located at the following link: http://www.justice.gov/dea/agency/penalties.htm.