Legal Sanctions Applicable legal sanctions under local, state, or federal law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol are set forth in the referenced laws which are available upon request from the Office of General Counsel. These sanctions can include probation, fines, driver s license suspension, or incarceration. Future revisions, amendments, or additions to these or other applicable codes are incorporated in this policy by this reference. Health Risks Physical or psychological damage may occur when these substances are abused. Here are some of the health risks.
Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in behavior.
Even low doses impair judgment and coordination, and increase the incidence of aggressive behavior. Very high doses impair judgment and cause death. Alcohol intoxication is equivalent to a drug overdose. If combined with other depressants of the central nervous system, the effects of alcohol are multiplied. Repeated use of alcohol can lead to changes in tolerance and dependence.