College of DuPage
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
Program Biennial Review
2012-2014
Drug-Free Schools and Campuses
Biennial Report
College of DuPage
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program 2012-2014
Introduction
The Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Regulations (345 CFR Part 86) of the Drug-Free Schools
and Communities Act (DFSCA) require an institution of higher education (IHE) such as College
of DuPage (COD) certify implemented programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and use or
distribution of illicit drugs both by COD students and employees both on its premises and as a part
of any of its activities. At a minimum each institution of higher educations must annually
distribute the following in writing to all students and employees:
 Standards of conduct that clearly prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of
illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees;
 A description of the legal sanctions under local, state, or federal law for the unlawful
possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol;
 A description of any drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation or reentry
programs that are available to employees or student; and
 A clear statement that the institution will impose sanctions on students and employees and
a description of those sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of
employment and referral for prosecution, for violations of the standards of conduct.
The law further requires that the institution conduct a biennial review of its program with the
following objectives:
 Determining the effectiveness of the policy and implementing changes to the alcohol and
other drug programs if they are needed; and
 To ensure that the sanctions developed are enforced consistently.
The biennial review must also include determinations as to:
 The number of drug –and alcohol-related violations and fatalities occurring on the campus
or as part of their activities that are reported to campus officials;
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The number and type of sanctions the IHE’s impose on students or employees as a result of
such violations and fatalities.
College of DuPage acknowledges its legal obligation to conduct a biennial review of compliance
with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act and authorized an administrative review to be
conducted to determine if the college is fulfilling the requirements of the previously mentioned
Federal Regulations. A Task Force was established to conduct a review of College policy,
programs and initiatives. The Task Force members were:
 Susan Martin, Dean of Students (Chair)
 Maria McClain, Employee Relations Manager
 Nathania Montes, Student Mental Health Counselor
 Joseph Mullin, Chief of Police
 Jackie Reuland, Manager, Office of Access and Accommodations
 Chuck Steele, Manager, Student Life
 Paul Zakowski, Director of Athletics
The following campus units provide information that contributes to the comprehensive Drug and
Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program:
 Student Life
 Campus Police
 Athletics
 Human Resources
 Behavioral Intervention Team
 Dean of Students Office
 Academic Affairs
To meet the legal requirements of conducting a biennial review and also summarize the programs
and activities related to alcohol abuse and drug prevention at College of DuPage during the 20122013 and 2013-2014 academic years, the following information was examined:
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Alcohol and drug policies at similar institutions
Alcohol and drug information provided to students
Student Handbook policies related to drug and alcohol use on campus and the sanctions
imposed for failure to comply
Board of Trustees Policies and Administrative Procedures related to drug and alcohol
use by college employees and students and the sanctions imposed for failure to comply
Various resources available to students and employees regarding drug and alcohol abuse
Incident reports in the Dean of Students Office related to any possible infraction of the
drug and alcohol policy for students
Local, state and federal mandates
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College of DuPage strives to remain in compliance with the requirements of the Drug-Free
Schools and Communities Act. The college is committed to creating a healthy, safe and positive
community for its students and employees. The college has adopted and implemented programs to
prevent abuse of alcohol and use or distribution of illicit drugs by both students and employees
both on its premises and as part of any of the college’s activities. Through the use of multiple
strategies, the college provides a framework for addressing alcohol and other drug-related issues
for the campus community. This was accomplished by: 1) developing alcohol and drug-related
polices to increase the consistency of enforcement; 2) conducting early intervention programming;
and 3) providing treatment options and recovery. COD policies and procedures on alcohol and
other drugs are distributed to all new students during orientation, through a USB format Student
Handbook. This information is also available on the Student Life home page at:
http://www.cod.edu/gateways/pdfs/cod_student_handbook.pdf
(Attachment # 1: 2014-2015 Student Handbook)
The college’s prevention program consists of proactive educational programming as well as
counseling/assistance services. Proactive educational programming includes training for key
personnel on campus including staff in the Police Department and Student Affairs. The training
itself consists of making personnel aware of basic information on identifying the behaviors of
people who may be abusing alcohol or drugs, and proper steps in making an intervention. Those
with additional training, in turn, provide information to students, faculty, and other staff. As a
part of new employee orientation, employees are made aware of the college’s policies and
procedures. Information is disseminated about the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which
is available to all employees and details regarding services along with a crisis hotline 24/7
anytime help. All services and polices are posted on the college’s Human Resource website.
The college is also proactive in preventing substance abuse by providing a robust campus life for
students. Such programming includes many student clubs, athletic teams and organizations;
which are marketed aggressively to all students. For example, this fall the college hosted its
first Homecoming event. Student Leadership Council and many club officers participated in
the planning and as a result, the event drew a crowd of over 600 attendees. The event was
very successful and plans are underway for Homecoming 2015. The strategy in offering a wide
menu of student life activities is to promote student engagement and provide alternatives to more
destructive behaviors including drug and alcohol use or abuse. Student referrals to drug and
alcohol counseling services are made by members of the campus community, including staff,
campus police, faculty, and fellow students. Incidents involving students, who are allegedly
abusing drugs and/or alcohol on campus or college-sponsored activities, will be required to
complete an online screening for Depression and Substance Abuse and attend a follow-up meeting
with a Student Mental Health Counselor. Appropriate sanctions will apply if the student is found
to be in violation of the Code of Student Conduct. Sanctions for a Code of Student Conduct
violation range from written warnings to suspension and/or expulsion from the institution. In
some cases, the Campus Police are brought in to investigate possible criminal charges against
alleged substance abusers.
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Program Inventory
The Task Force discussed the prevention policy on campus. Because of the size and nature of the
College of DuPage campus, most activities are directed toward smaller groups of students rather
than campus-wide.
College of DuPage Library
The College of DuPage Library has extensive compilations of resource materials on substance
abuse. In an effort to assists students and employees with locating these materials, there is now
a Library Research guide for “Addictions and Substance Abuse” located here:
http://codlrc.org/addictions
Student Life
The Office of Student Life provides information to students about the dangers of alcohol and drug
use. An informational bulletin board located within a prominent area of the student lounge has
featured several topics regarding the health dangers of alcohol and other substances.
An example of an event which receives high student participation and positive satisfaction is the
“Drunk Busters” activity. Student Life, Counseling and Advising Center and the COD Police
have annually partnered to facilitate a “Drunk Buster” workshop. Students drive a pedal-cart,
wear goggles (which simulate being drunk) and drive around a series of traffic cones. All events
are centered on an increased awareness of driving while drunk. Student Life provided the actual
driving experience and counselors offered information on the dangers of driving under the
influence of alcohol along with an alcohol abuse assessment. The Police Officers assisted
students with imitating the experience of walking a straight line while wearing the “blurredglasses”.
Counseling and Advising Center
Counselors provide services to students who self-report or who are referred by faculty and staff or
the COD Police Department. Counselors provide personal counseling services and/or referrals to
the appropriate community agency. A student incident report form is completed by the
counselor and provides a record of the incidents and referral information. I n F Y 1 3 , College
of DuPage in partnership with Cadence Health has implemented a Student Assistance Program
(SAP). The SAP is available to any student who is enrolled for one credit hour or more, is having
a personal concern and is seeking counseling assistance. Students can obtain a referral to the
Cadence Student Assistance Program by contacting a Student Mental Health Counselor at
630.942.2259. The Counseling and Advising Center annually provides a variety workshops open
to students and employees to raise awareness of alcohol and drug prevention on campus.
The Counseling and Advising Center has a formal practice concerning notification of parents in
cases where minor students are disciplined for drug and alcohol use as allowed by the Family
Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).The practice is in alignment with the Privacy of
Student Education Records as outlined in the attached brochure.
http://www.cod.edu/about/consumerinformation/ferpa.aspx
(Attachment #2-Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
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In addition to assisting students on a short term basis on campus and the SAP with Cadence
Health, the Counseling and Advising Center has an extensive list of community agencies and
services to meet the needs of students. This resource referral listing is reviewed and updated
annually by staff to ensure the accuracy of the information.
Behavioral Intervention Team
As a result of the Campus Security Act, in 2009, the college created the Behavioral Intervention
Team (BIT) as a point of contact to review incidents and/or behaviors involving employees,
students or visitors that may be perceived as aberrant, threatening or dangerous. Members of
College of DuPage’s BIT are: are Susan Martin (Dean of Students), Dennis Emano (Student
Mental Health Counselor), Nathania Montes (Student Mental Health Counselor), Jackie Reuland
(Manager for Access and Accommodations) and Ray Snisko (Deputy Chief of Police), Joe Girten
(Lieutenant), Mia Igyarto (Director of Labor Relations), Jean Kartje (Vice-President of Academic
Affairs, and Javed Iqbal (Faculty). Student behaviors of concern can be brought to the attention of
the team. The team will act promptly to follow up with the individual initiating the report, gather
evidence to determine if there are any additional warning signs and determine the next steps.
College of DuPage Police Department
The COD Police Department is a member of the DuPage Metropolitan Enforcement Group
(DuMeg) with an annual contribution of $7,800. DuMeg is a countywide drug enforcement group
of police agencies that takes a proactive approach toward fighting illicit drug activity within
DuPage County. DuPage County represents the majority part of the College of DuPage District.
(http://www.dupagemeg.com/)
The COD Police Department publishes an annual report that includes statements to prohibit
unlawful drug and alcohol use on campus. The report advises how anyone on campus can contact
the police to report criminal activity. In addition, the document provides the past three years of
crime statistics in compliance with the Jeanne Cleary Act, which includes drug and alcohol arrests
on campus. The Annual Security Report (ASR) is distributed electronically via an official
communication to all employees. The report can be found at:
http://www.cod.edu/about/police_department/pdf/securityreport.pdf
(Attachment #3, Annual Security Report)
Employees
Employees’ prevention needs are addressed through two primary venues, the Benefits Fair and
the Employee Assistance Program. The Benefits Fair, sponsored annually, provides information
about referral sources for employees seeking assistance for a variety of reasons. The Employee
Assistance Program (EAP) is available for counseling of all kinds and can make referrals to other
agencies and rehabilitation programs in the community
All employees are provided information for a drug free college through a pamphlet which is
emailed annually and is now on the College of DuPage website at:
http://www.cod.edu/about/humanresources/pdf/drug_free.pdf
(Attachment #4, Drug-Free Notice to Employees)
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In compliance with the federal regulations, College of DuPage has taken steps to ensure a drugfree workplace. If an employee is convicted of a drug violation in the workplace, federal law
requires the employee to notify their employer within five calendar days of the conviction. Any
employee involved in the manufacture, distribution, possession, use or dispensing of a controlled
substance in the workplace may be subject to immediate termination in accordance with College
policy.
Human Resource Incident
Reports for staff
Incidents in
workplace
Outcome
2012-2013
2013-2014
0 incidents
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Does not apply
Treatment
Academic Affairs
The Human Services Addictions Program educates its students about drugs and alcohol. All
Human Services students, no matter what their concentration, are required to take the Introduction
to Addictions class.
Each term the Introduction to Human Services class includes a speaker who presents a talk about
Club Drugs. In addition, at the various Human Services Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Awareness events held on campus at various times throughout the year, attendees can access to
information on Club and Other Drugs. Invitations to these events are campus-wide.
Each summer College of DuPage hosts a Mental Health Courts Conference (sponsored by NAMI
and The DuPage County Health Department) for professionals who work in the mental health and
criminal justice fields. Also open to the COD community, including students, it draws many
judges, lawyers, state’s attorneys as well as social workers in an effort to educate attendees about
the expanding mental health courts that are beginning to provide a real opportunity to improve
mental health care in Illinois.
Athletics
Student athletes are provided information about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse as part of
the orientation program. Students and their coaches are required to sign a Code of Ethics and
Conduct that could result in termination from the team or in termination of employment if not
met. http://www.cod.edu/athletics/pdf/ppe_packet.pdf
(Attachment #5, Student Athletics Handbook)
Board Policies and Procedures
Relevant Board Policies and Administration Procedures that govern the enforcement of alcohol and
other drug use on-campus have been reviewed. Those reviewed are listed below:
Administrative Procedure 5-200, Reimbursement for Expenses, (Attachment #6)
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Administrative Procedures 10-105, Facilities Usage, (Attachment #7)
Administrative Procedure 15-30, Drug and Alcohol Free College, (Attachment #8)
Administrative Procedure 15-40, Possession or Use of Weapons, (Attachment #9)
Administrative Procedure 15-445, College of DuPage Police Department Employee/Applicant
Drug and Alcohol Testing Program, (Attachment #10)
Administrative Procedure 20-105, Group Travel, (Attachment #11)
Board Policy 25-5, Drug –Free School, (Attachment #12)
Board Policy 20-30, Student Rights and Responsibilities, (Attachment #13)
Other College Policies and Practices
Various departments throughout the college also have policies and procedures in place that govern
the enforcement of alcohol and other drugs use on campus or at campus related activities.
Examples of departments and forms are:
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Field and Experiential Learning- Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Form
(Attachment #14)
Student Life- Acceptance Agreement for Paid Leadership Positions-Student
Leadership Agreements
(Attachment #15)
Alcohol and Drug Prevention Programs
College of DuPage provides a number of quality programs for its students and staff on the topics
of drugs, alcohol and sexual violence. Guest lectures, video presentations, and seminars are held
to provide information to our college community about such areas understanding addiction,
exploring myths and facts about alcohol, the science and culture of psychotropic drugs and heroin
awareness and overdose prevention.
When applicable, faculty provides educational information concerning drugs and alcohol within
the academic environment. These areas may include: Health, physical education, human services
and the behavioral science offerings.
Significant Highlight/Changes during this time period
During this past two years, the College has provided workshops and presentations regarding the
use of drugs and alcohol which were all well-received and attended. The Teaching and Learning
Center (TLC) has expanded offering to include a wide-range of programming focused on Wellness
Workshops. The Counseling and Advising Center continues to design programming aimed at
meeting the needs of our student body.
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Disciplinary Sanctions
College of DuPage will impose sanctions on students for violation of the COD policies and
standards of conduct (consistent with federal, state and local laws) up to and including reprimands,
expulsion, termination, and referral for prosecution.
Incident reports for
students
2012-2013
2013-2014
Incidents on
campus
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Outcome
Treatment
Treatment
Student rights and responsibilities are included in the published and online College of DuPage
catalogue, which addresses possession, use or distribution of illegal or controlled substances or
look-alike and possession, use, distribution or attempt to use or distribute alcoholic beverages.
Students who have found to be in violation of the College’s Code of Student Conduct Procedures 2035, are subject to sanctions up to and including expulsion as set forth by the College policy.
Administrative Procedure 20-35, Code of Student Conduct, (Attachment #16)
Illinois Sanctions for Violation of Alcohol Control Statutes
235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/6-20
A. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to possess or sell alcohol if you are under 21.*
B. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to sell, give, or furnish false ID to an individual 21 years
old or under (minimum $500 fine).
C. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to use or possess a false ID if you are under 21.*
D. It is a Class A Misdemeanor to sell, give, or deliver alcohol to individuals under 21
years of age. Local ordinances may also be enforced.
Class A Misdemeanors are punishable with a fine of $1 to $1,000 and up to 1 year in the county
jail.
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These violations may also result in one's driver's license being administratively revoked
or suspended by the Illinois Secretary of State's office.
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Illinois Sanctions for Driving Under the Influence
625 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/11-501
A. If you are convicted of drunk driving or driving while under the influence of drugs, it is a
Class A Misdemeanor. Your driver’s license may be suspended or revoked and you will
undergo a mandatory counseling program, as well as pay a fine up to $1,000 and serve up
to one year in the county jail.
For your second offense, you will serve a mandatory jail sentence of 5 days, or spend
240 hours in community service, in addition to the above penalties. Your driver’s license
will be suspended indefinitely.
For your third offense, or in a situation where great bodily harm or injury has resulted
from your conduct, you are guilty of a Class 4 Felony, which could result in a term in the
state prison for 1 to 3 years, as well as revocation of your license.
B. If you are convicted of illegal transportation of alcohol in a motor vehicle, you will be
fined up to $1000 and suspension of driver’s license for 3 months.
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Illinois Penalties for Drinking and Driving Under Age 21
Zero Tolerance
(BAC of .01 or
Greater)
Violation Type
DUI Conviction
(BAC of .08 or Greater)
Loss of Driving Privileges (1st Violation)
3 months
2 years minimum
Loss of Driving Privileges Test Refusal (1st
Violation)
6 months
2 years minimum
Loss of Driving Privileges (2nd Violation)
1 year
Until age 21 or 5 years
minimum
Loss of Driving Privileges Test Refusal (2nd
2 years
Violation)
Effect on Driving Record
Until age 21 or 5 years
minimum
Except during suspension period, violation is not on public driving record as long as there is no
subsequent suspension permanently on public driving record.
State of Illinois Statutory Provisions for Illegal Drugs Manufacture or Delivery
Manufacture or Delivery (720 Illinois Compiled
Statutes 570/401)
Possession (720 ILCS
570/402)
Class X
Felony
Class 1
Felony
Class 2
Felony
Class 3
Felony
Class 1
Felony
Class 4
Felony
6 to 30
years
not more
than
$500,000
fine
4 to 15
years
not more
than
$250,000
fine
3 to 7
years
not more
than
$200,000
fine
2 to 5 years
not more
than
$150,000
fine
4 to 15
years
not more
than
$20,000
fine
1 to 4
years
not more
than
$15,000
fine
Heroin
15 grams or
more
10-14
grams
10 grams
or less
15 grams
or more
less than
15 grams
Cocaine
15 grams or
1-14 grams
more
1 gram or
less
15 grams
or more
less than
15 grams
Morphine
15 grams or
more
10-14
grams
10 grams
or less
15 grams
or more
less than
15 grams
Peyote
200 grams
or more
50-199
grams
200 grams
or more
less than
200 grams
Illegal Drugs
50 grams
or less
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Barbiturates
200 grams
or more
50-199
grams
50 grams
or less
200 grams
or more
less than
200 grams
Amphetamines
200 grams
or more
50-199
grams
50 grams
or less
200 grams
or more
less than
200 grams
Lysergic Acid
(LSD)
15 grams or
more
5 to 14
grams or
hits
5 grams or
less
15 grams
or more
less than
15 grams
Petazocine
30 grams or
more
10 to 29
grams
10 grams
or less
30 grams
or more
less than
30 grams
Methaqualone
30 grams or
more
10 to 29
grams
10 grams
or less
30 grams
or more
less than
30 grams
Phencyclidine
30 grams or
more
10 to 29
grams
30 grams
or less
30 grams
or more
less than
30 grams
Ketamine
30 grams or
more
10 to 30
grams
less than
10 grams
30 grams
or more
less than
30 grams
GHB
200 grams
or more
50 to 200
grams
less than
50 grams
200 grams
or more
less than
200 grams
Ecstasy
200 grams
or more
50 to 199
grams
50 grams
or less
200 grams
or more
less than
200 grams
Note: Second Offense, double jail sentence and fine. This chart gives examples of the penalties
which may be imposed on individuals convicted of drug possession, manufacturing, or delivery.
The circumstances of the case and other factors affect whether or not these are the actual
penalties imposed.
Marijuana Sale or Delivery (720 Illinois Compiled Statutes 550/5)
Class B Misdemeanor: 2.5 grams or less, $500 fine and/or six months in jail
Class A Misdemeanor: 2.5-10 grams or less, $1,000 fine and/or one year in jail
Class 4 Felony: between 10-30 grams, 1-3 years in jail and/or $10,000 fine
Class 3 Felony: between 30-500 grams, 2-5 years in jail and/or fine not to exceed $50,000
Class 2 Felony: 500 – 2000 or more grams, 3-7 years in jail and/or fine not to exceed $100,000
Possession (720 Illinois compiled Statutes 550/4)
Class C Misdemeanor: 2.5 grams or less, $500 fine and/or thirty days in jail
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Class B Misdemeanor: between 2.5-10 grams, $500 fine and/or six months in jail
Class A Misdemeanor: between 10-30 grams, $1,000 fine and/or one year in jail
Class 4 Felony: between 30-500 grams, 1-3 years in jail and/or $10,000 fine
Class 3 Felony: over 500 - 2000 grams, 2-5 years in jail and/or fine not to exceed $50,000
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Persons convicted on federal charges of drug trafficking within 1,000 feet of a University (21
USC 845a) face penalties of prison terms and fines which are twice as high as the regular
penalties for the offense, with a mandatory prison sentence of at least 1 year.
Drug/Substance
Barbiturates
Cocaine
Crack Cocaine
Amount
Penalty - 1st Conviction
Any amount
Up to 5 years prison. Fine up to $250,000
5 kgs. or more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
Less than 100
grams
10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million
50 grams or
more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
5-49 grams
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
5 grams or
less
10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million
Ecstasy
Any amount
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million. 3
years of supervised releases (following prison)
GHB
Any amount
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million. 3
years of supervised releases (following prison)
Hashish
10-100 kg
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.
10 kg or less
Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000
1-100 kg
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.
1 kg or less
Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000
1 kg or more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
100-999
grams
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
100 grams or
less
10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million
Hash Oil
Heroin
Ketamine
Any amount
Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000. 2 years
supervised release
LSD
10 grams or
more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
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Marijuana
1-10 grams
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
1000 kg or
more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
100-999 kg
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
50-99 kg
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million
50 kg or less
Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000
Methamphetamine 50 grams or
more
10-49 grams
PCP
Rohypnol
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
10 grams or
less
10-21 months prison. Fine up to $1 million
100 grams or
more
Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up
to $4 million
10-99 grams
Not less than 5 years prison, not more than 40 years. Fine
up to $2 million
10 grams or
less
10-21 months prison. Fine up to $1 million
1 gram or
more
Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million
less than 30
mgs
Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000
Federal Drug Possession Penalties (21 USC 844)
Persons convicted on Federal charges of possessing any controlled substance face penalties of
up to 1 year in prison and a mandatory fine of no less than $1,000 up to a maximum of
$100,000. Second convictions are punishable by not less than 15 days but not more than 2 years
in prison and a minimum fine of $2,500. Subsequent convictions are punishable by not less than
90 days but not more than 3 years in prison and a minimum fine of $5,000. Possession of drug
paraphernalia is punishable by a minimum fine of $750.
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Special sentencing provisions for possession of crack cocaine impose a mandatory prison term
of not less than 5 years but not more than 20 years and a fine up to $250,000 or both if:
A.
It is a first conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 5 grams;
B.
C.
It is a second conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 3 grams;
It is a third or subsequent crack conviction and the amount exceeds 1 gram.
Civil penalties of up to $10,000 may also be imposed for possession of small amounts of
controlled substances, whether or not criminal prosecution is pursued
Federal Drug Laws
The possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs is prohibited by federal law. Strict penalties
are enforced for drug convictions, including mandatory prison terms for many offenses. The
following information, although not complete, is an overview of federal penalties for first
convictions. All penalties are doubled for any subsequent drug conviction.
Denial of Federal Aid (20 USC 1091)
Under the Higher Education Act of 1998, students convicted under federal or state law for the
sale or possession of drugs will have their federal financial aid eligibility suspended. This
includes all federal grants, loans, federal work study programs, and more. Students convicted of
drug possession will be ineligible for one year from the date of the conviction of the first offense,
two years for the second offense, and indefinitely for the third offense. Students convicted of
selling drugs will be ineligible for two years from the date of the first conviction, and indefinitely
for the second offense. Those who lose eligibility can regain eligibility by successfully
completing an approved drug rehabilitation program.
Forfeiture of Personal Property and Real Estate (21 USC 853)
Any person convicted of a federal drug offense punishable by more than one year in prison shall
forfeit to the United States any personal or real property related to the violation, including houses,
cars, and other personal belongings. A warrant of seizure is issued and property is seized at the
time an individual is arrested on charges that may result in forfeiture.
Federal Drug Trafficking Penalties (21 USC 841)
Penalties for federal drug trafficking convictions vary according to the quantity of the controlled
substance involved in the transaction. The following list is a sample of the range and severity of
federal penalties imposed for first convictions. Penalties for subsequent convictions are twice as
severe.
If death or serious bodily injury result from the use of a controlled substance which has been
illegally distributed, the person convicted on federal charges of distributing the substance faces
mandatory life sentence and fines ranging up to $8 million.
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Notification of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program
Employee Notification
Notification of the information contained in the DAAPP is distributed to all current
employees of the college on an annual basis via an all-college email. New employees
will receive notification during their Orientation process. The DAAPP is also available
for review online. It can be accessed at:
http://www.cod.edu/about/humanresources/pdf/drug_free.pdf
Drug-Free Campus, (Attachment #17)
Student Notification
Notification of the information contained in the DAAPP is distributed to all currently
enrolled students each semester via an email. The DAAPP is also available for review
online. It can be accessed at:
http://www.cod.edu/about/consumerinformation/pdf/drugfreepolicystudents.pdf
Student Notification-Drug-Free Campus (Attachment #18)
Oversight Responsibility and Distribution
The Dean of Students and the Employee Relations Manager serve as the main
contact that will have oversight and responsibility of the DAAPP including, but not
limited to: updates, coordination of information required in the DAAPP, and coordinate
of the annual notification to employees and students and the biennial review. An internal
process was developed to ensure the timeline for completion and distribution of the
annual notification. The COD Marketing Department will email the link to all employees
under the subject line: College of DuPage Campus Safety Information by October 1 of
each year. COD Marketing will send currently enrolled students by October 1, and all
newly enrolled February 1 and June 15; an email with the subject line: College of
DuPage Campus Safety Information.
Marketing has also developed a report which provides a detail audit summary of the
distribution responses to students.
The College has established a Cleary Oversight Team of which the DAAPP which
include the oversight administrators. This team has been established to monitor and
assist with all institutional reporting requirements and reports directly to the Senior
Management Team.
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE
Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Regulations [Edgar Part 86]
Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Certification
The undersigned certifies that it has adopted and implemented an alcohol and other drug
prevention program for its students and employees that, at a minimum, includes 1. The annual distribution to each employee, and to each student who is taking one
or more classes of any kind of academic credit except for continuing education
units, regardless of the length of the students program of study, of:
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Standards of conduct that clearly prohibit, at a minimum, the unlawful
possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and
employees on its property or as part of any of its activities
A description of the applicable legal sanctions under local, State, or Federal
law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol
A description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the
abuse of alcohol
A description of any drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation
or re-entry programs that are available to employees or students
A clear statement that the institution will impose disciplinary sanctions on
students and employees (consistent with State and Federal law), and a
description of those sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of
employment and referral for persecution, for violations of the standards of
conduct. A disciplinary sanction may include the completion of an appropriate
rehabilitation program.
2. A biennial review by the institution of its alcohol and other drug prevention
comprehensive program to:
 Determine its effectiveness and implement changes to its comprehensive
alcohol and other drug prevention program and policies, if they are needed
 Ensure that its disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced