Source: https://policies.georgetown.edu/policies-on-alcohol-and-other-drugs
Timestamp: 2019-08-25 21:00:38
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Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 25', '§ 25', '§ 48', '§ 48', '§ 1091', '§ 1091']

Policies on Alcohol and Other Drugs | University Policies | Georgetown University
Georgetown's Commitment to Drug-Free Schools and Communities
In compliance with the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, this website contains the Georgetown policies and applicable laws and penalties related to the use, possession and distribution of alcohol and other drugs; information about the risks and effects of drug and alcohol use and dependence; and resources to assist students, faculty and staff who may be having a problem with alcohol or drugs. You are encouraged to read this page in its entirety, as each member of the campus community is responsible for complying with Georgetown policy and applicable laws.
Georgetown University Policies on Alcohol and Other Drugs
Federal and D.C. Drug and Alcohol Laws and Penalties
Risks and Health Effects of Alcohol and Other Drugs
Campus and Community Resources for Students, Faculty and Staff
Georgetown University’s policies on alcohol and other drugs reflect the requirements of federal and D.C. law and impose additional sanctions and penalties for violations by students, faculty, and staff.,
No person under age 21 shall drink, possess, purchase or attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage. Likewise, no person, regardless of age, shall serve, offer, give, purchase, provide or in any way make available alcoholic beverages to any persons who are under 21. Persons who are 21 or older may possess, serve and consume alcohol only in University facilities where permitted and only when they have first received any permissions and licenses required under University policy and applicable law.
Employees and students who violate the University’s policies will be subject to disciplinary action by the University, which may include suspension, referral for prosecution, permanent separation from the University, or any action the University deems appropriate.,
University policies on alcohol and other drugs that are particular to Main Campus students may be found within the Code of Student Conduct. Of particular note are the University regulations on alcoholic beverages in student areas, including on-campus housing, off-campus houses and apartments, and offices and clubrooms; policies on parties, kegs, and party notification; policies on serving alcohol at events; and sanctions for violations of the alcohol and drug policies, which include fines, residence hall suspension, parental notification, move from an apartment into a traditional residence hall, recommendation for counseling or rehabilitation, disciplinary probation, suspension, and dismissal from the University.
Medical Center students should refer to the Code of Professionalism in the School of Medicine Student Handbook and Law Center students should refer to the Georgetown Law Conduct Policies, the Georgetown Law Alcohol Policy Addendum for Student Sponsored Events, and the Gewirz Resident Alcohol Policy for information specific to their campuses.
In addition to the policies governing all members of the Georgetown community, all University employees are governed by the Drug-Free Workplace Policy (Staff - in the HR Policies Manual) (Faculty - in the Faculty Handbook), which states that it is a condition of continued employment that all employees must be drug-free in the workplace. Staff and Academic Administrative Professionals are also bound by the Professional Conduct Policy, which states that being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs and/or possessing or selling illegal drugs when reporting to work, while on the job, or in connection with carrying out job responsibilities are strictly prohibited. Additionally, employees who operate motor vehicles must comply with the Human Resources policy on Controlled Substance and Alcohol Use Prohibition and Testing for Motor Vehicle Operators.
Violations of these policies by University faculty or staff will be referred to the appropriate department head or supervisor who, in accordance with University policies and procedures, will determine the course of action necessary.
Faculty and staff should also visit the website of the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program for additional information.
It is unlawful to consume or possess an alcoholic beverage in an open container in a public area or place of business not licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. Violations of this provision may result in a fine of up to $500 and/or a prison term of up to 60 days (D.C. Code § 25-1001).
Persons under age 21 are prohibited from possessing, drinking, purchasing or attempting to purchase an alcoholic beverage. Persons are also prohibited from falsely representing their age in an attempt to purchase alcohol or enter an establishment where alcohol is served. Violations of this law may result in a fine of up to $1,000 and suspension of driving privileges for up to one year (D.C. Code § 25-1002).
Penalties for Illegal Possession or Distribution of Illegal Drugs under D.C. Law
Intentional possession of a controlled substance (other than pursuant to a valid prescription), is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and/or 180 days’ imprisonment. The intentional manufacture, distribution, or possession with intent to manufacture or distribute a controlled substance is punishable by prison terms up to 30 years and/or fines up to $75,000 (D.C. Code § 48-904.01). Controlled substances are defined in D.C. Code § 48-901.02.
It is a violation of federal law to possess, manufacture, or distribute a controlled substance as defined by federal law. A student or employee found guilty of possessing a controlled substance in violation of federal law may be subject to some or all of the following sanctions:
With one prior drug conviction: At least 15 days in prison, not to exceed two years and fined at least $2,500, or both.
Students who are convicted under any state or federal law for possessing or selling a controlled substance while they are receiving any federal grant, loan, or work assistance will not be eligible to receive the aid for the following time periods:
2 Years Indefinite
Students may resume eligibility earlier if: (1) they complete a drug rehabilitation program that includes two unannounced drug tests and otherwise meets Department of Education requirements; (2) they pass two unannounced drug tests administered by an approved drug rehabilitation program; or (3) if the conviction is reversed, set aside or otherwise rendered invalid (20 U.S.C. § 1091(r)).
For more information about drug violations and student loan eligibility please refer to 20 U.S. Code § 1091 - Student eligibility.
High doses cause dependence, respiratory depression or death
Patrick Kilcarr, PhD 202-687-8944 http://studenthealth.georgetown.edu/health-promotion/
Main campus: Back of Darnall Hall
Law Center: Gewirz Student Center, Room 110
School of Continuing Studies: 640 Massachusetts Ave., Room 206
After-hours emergencies: 202-444-PAGE (7243) (Ask to speak to on-call clinician) http://studenthealth.georgetown.edu/mental-health/
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Program
Georgetown University Main Hospital
(855) 546-0168
202-966-9115 in DC; 703-876-6166 in VA
202-635-2023 in DC and MD; 703-764-0476 in VA
Maryland Al-Anon/Alateen
NOVA Al-Anon/Alateen
2120 Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22204
703-228-4864
Main: 703-383-8500
Emergency: 703-573-5679
Detox: 703-502-7000 (24/7)
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb