Medical Amnesty Policy
Student health and safety are of primary concern at the College of William and Mary. As such, in cases of extreme intoxication or other medical emergency as a result of the ingestion of alcohol or drugs, the College encourages individuals to seek medical assistance for themselves or others. If an individual seeks such medical attention, the Dean of Students Office will not pursue student conduct sanctions against the student for violations of the Alcohol Beverage Policy or Drugs Policy of the Code of Conduct.
Additionally, those students who assist in obtaining medical attention for others will not receive sanctions for violations of the Alcohol Beverage or possession of drugs policies of the Code of Conduct. This policy does not grant amnesty to possession with intent to distribute drugs.
In lieu of sanctions under the Student Code of Conduct, the intoxicated student, as well as the referring student(s), will be required to meet with a member of the Dean of Students staff who may issue educational requirements that may include, but are not limited to, alcohol and/or drug education, counseling, and/or a substance abuse assessment. Serious or repeated incidents will prompt a higher degree of concern/response. Failure to complete educational assignments or treatment recommendations issued under this policy normally will result in disciplinary action. The student will be responsible for any costs associated with drug or alcohol education interventions.
The Medical Amnesty Policy does not preclude sanctions due to any other violations of the Code of Conduct (not related to the Alcohol Beverage Policy or Drug Policy). Likewise, this policy does not prevent action by police or other law enforcement personnel.
Application to Student Organizations:
In circumstances where an organization is found to be hosting an event where medical assistance is sought for a member or guest, the organization (depending upon the circumstances) may be held responsible for violations of the Alcohol Beverage or Drug Policy. However, the organization’s willingness to seek medical assistance for a member or guest will be viewed as a mitigating factor in determining a sanction for any violations of the Alcohol Beverage Policy or Drug Policy.
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