Yes. Inquiry boards at colleges have the power to interview witnesses, gather documentary evidence, and issue discipline without regard for the outcome of any charges in criminal court. Depending upon the school, the accused student may have the option to speak in their own defense. Other schools bar any attorney involvement in the hearings, but allow your lawyer to advise you outside the hearing room. A Connecticut student defense attorney can help students to prepare for these inquiries, formulate defenses, and when applicable, appear with them during interviews.