Failure to observe this code of practice by either students or staff will be considered a serious matter by the University. Where University regulations are breached the University will invoke the appropriate disciplinary procedures. For students this could involve fines, suspension of access to computing facilities or, in extreme cases, termination of their studies. Breaches of the criminal or civil law are beyond the remit of the University, but where criminal offences have been committed, the University will report these to the authorities. If the DPP decides upon a criminal prosecution this will be a matter for the department or individual concerned.
Similar considerations apply to any civil law cases.