Student Procedural Rights Form

Student Procedural Rights Form

Student Information

Parent / Guardian (if applicable)

Proceeding / Incident Information

Statement of Procedural Rights

This form explains the procedural rights afforded to the student in connection with the above-referenced disciplinary or administrative proceeding. These rights apply to proceedings conducted by the school and include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Notice: The student has the right to written notice of the allegations and the specific policies or rules alleged to have been violated, communicated with sufficient time to prepare a response.

2. Present Evidence and Witnesses: The student has the right to present relevant evidence and witnesses, and to submit supporting documents to the decision-maker prior to or at the hearing.

3. Advisor or Counsel: The student may be accompanied by an advisor or legal counsel at the student’s expense. The advisor may consult with the student but may not directly participate in the hearing except as permitted by the hearing officer.

4. Impartial Decision-Maker: The student is entitled to an impartial decision-maker who was not directly involved in the investigative facts underlying the allegation.

5. Cross-Examination: The student has the right to request to ask relevant questions of witnesses; the procedures for cross-examination will be set by the hearing officer to preserve fairness and safety.

6. Standard and Burden of Proof: Decisions will state the standard of proof applied and which party bore the burden of proof. Typically the school bears the burden to demonstrate that the preponderance of the evidence supports the finding.

7. Written Determination & Appeal: The student has a right to a written decision including findings of fact, conclusions, and discipline imposed (if any), and may have the right to appeal within the timeframe and grounds prescribed by school procedure.

8. Interim and Protective Measures: The student may request interim protective measures to address safety, academic, or housing needs pending the outcome of the proceeding.

Acknowledgment and Elections

Please review each statement below and indicate your acknowledgement or election by selecting the corresponding box and completing any requested information.

I acknowledge receipt of the written notice of allegations and associated documents provided by the school.

I understand my rights to present evidence, call witnesses, and provide statements at a hearing.

I understand that I may be accompanied by an advisor or counsel at my expense and that the advisor's participation is subject to hearing procedures.

Hearing Preference and Representation

Select the proceeding you request. If no selection is made, the school will schedule proceedings in accordance with policy.

Request formal hearing under applicable school policy.

Request informal conference or alternative resolution (mediation, restorative conference) where permitted.

In-person Virtual / Remote

Yes No

Requests, Accommodations, and Privacy

Yes No

Waiver of Rights (Optional)

The student or parent/guardian may elect to waive certain formal procedures in favor of an alternative resolution. Any waiver must be knowing, voluntary, and documented. By checking the box below and signing this form, the signer attests that they understand the consequences of waiving specified rights.

I elect to waive formal hearing rights in favor of an alternative resolution, as described above.

Certification

I certify that the information provided on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that intentional false statements may result in disciplinary action. I further acknowledge that I have read and understand the procedural rights described above and that I have been given an opportunity to ask questions about these rights.

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