A series of policies and procedures have been developed to ensure every possible precautionary measure is taken to protect all persons on campus. Crime prevention techniques, policies regarding a number of issues, and crime statistics, published annually in the Safety and Crime Awareness Report , are available through the department's web site, or in the Public Safety Office. Campus police officers are certified state constables with full arrest authority in crime prevention and enforcement of state laws and university regulations. It is also responsible for all crime reports, investigating traffic accidents, fire and medical emergencies, and evacuations during cases of severe weather conditions, such as hurricanes or tornadoes. Outdoor emergency telephones are strategically located throughout the campus.
Violations can result in the arrest and incarceration of the violator.
The weapons will be confiscated and may be destroyed. All students, faculty and staff members who operate a motor vehicle on the campus are subject to the motor vehicle laws of the State of South Carolina. It is a privilege and not a right for a person to operate a motor vehicle on campus. The University reserves the right to withdraw motor vehicle privileges from any person at any time for violations of traffic and parking regulations. FMU shall assume no responsibility for damage to or loss of any vehicle or its contents at any time while it is operated or parked on campus.