Category Archives: University Of Delaware Student Crimes
What To Do If You Were Arrested on Campus in Delaware
Going away to college is one of the first opportunities for many young people to gain independence, so it is common for students to make mistakes or exercise poor judgment. Statistics on crime on college campuses in the US reveals that there are around 28,400 crimes reported every year against students, staff, and property…. Read More »
Can Delaware Police Search My College Dorm Room?
Leaving home for college is the first time many students will be living on their own, and a good percentage of them will live in dorms or other on-campus housing. In fact, some institutions – including the University of Delaware and Delaware State University – require first-year students to reside in dormitories. The college… Read More »
Common Student Crimes Charged On College Campuses In Delaware
College students are heading back to class for the Fall Semester 2022, and many of them will be leaving home and out from under their parents’ supervision for the first time. Many are inspired by this coming of age experience, but students at University of Delaware, Wilmington University, and other secondary schools can get… Read More »
Do I Need A Lawyer To Defend Student Crime Allegations In Delaware?
You might not expect student crime to be a significant problem in the US, but data indicates that law enforcement does not hesitate to pursue offenders. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, around 29,000 criminal incidents on university and college campuses are reported to police and security agencies every year. A whopping… Read More »
Your Rights During Encounters With University Of Delaware Police
For many students, heading off to college is the first time they are out from under their parent’s roof and responsible for their own actions. Unfortunately, judgment can sometimes lag behind in young adults, potentially leading to criminal charges. Students spend a considerable amount of time on campus, even more when they live in… Read More »
Unexpected Consequences Of Student Crimes In Delaware
There are the implications you expect after being arrested for a crime, but you might be surprised about what happens when you are a student at a Delaware college or university. In addition to the state’s classification of offenses and designation of punishment for felonies and misdemeanors, the regulatory environment at a higher education… Read More »
FAQs About Title IX Investigations at Delaware Colleges and Universities
The Civil Rights Act and amendments enacted thereafter were passed to make discrimination unlawful in the context of employment and education; Title IX is the provision that applies to educational institutions, from colleges and universities down to grade schools – public and private. The language states that an individual cannot be excluded from participating… Read More »
Can University Campus Police Make Arrests in Delaware?
If you are a student at the University of Delaware, Delaware State University, or any other college institution in the state, you are probably used to seeing campus police and their vehicles on the grounds. You probably do not think much about their authority to make arrests, unless and until you are facing charges… Read More »
