Annual Security Report

JEANNE CLERY

The SJR State College Annual Security Report (ASR) is prepared by the Director of the SJR State College Campus Safety and Security Department, or his/her designee. It is a compilation of certain security policies and procedures and the previous three years crime statistics. The crime statistics are gathered from the law enforcement jurisdictions of each SJR State College campus and remote GED locations, along with the Campus Safety and Security Department crime log statistics. (Palatka Campus and Workforce Training Center– Palatka Police Department, Putnam County Sheriff’s Office; Orange Park Campus – Clay County Sheriff’s Office; St. Augustine Campus – St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office; Crescent City GED & Interlachen GED – Putnam County Sheriff’s Office).

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act

• Timely Warnings (Regarding Clery Act Crimes)
• Emergency Notification Policy
• Disclosure of Crime Statistics
• Daily Crime/Incident Report Log
• Voluntary Confidential Reporting of Crimes
• Confidential Reporting – Pastoral and Professional Counselors
• Clery Reportable Crime Definitions

SJR State prohibits domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Sex without consent is a violation of SJR State College policy.

• Reporting Criminal Offenses
• Accurate and Prompt Reporting
• Monitoring and Recording of Criminal Activity (Off Campus)
• Sexual Coercion and Sexual Assault
• Dating Violence and Stalking
• Domestic Violence

Federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 and Florida Sexual Predator and Sexual Registration Notification Law

Higher Education Amendments of 1992; Section 486(c) of Public Law: 102-325 (s. 1150)

Florida Department of Law Enforcement Sexual Predator/Offender Registry

Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures

• Emergency Procedures
• Emergency Drills, Testing, and Evacuation Procedures

Security and Access to College Facilities

Authority of Campus Security

Security Awareness

SJR State College Alcohol and Drug Notification

Tobacco Use Policy

Weapons/Firearms Policy

St. Johns River State College Disciplinary Process

• Appeal Process
• Disclosure Of Results of Disciplinary Proceedings

Annual Clery Act Crime Statistics by Campus

• Palatka Campus Crime Statistics Report
• Orange Park Campus Crime Statistics Report
• St. Augustine Campus Crime Statistics Report
• Workforce Training Center Campus Crime Statistics Report
• Definitions

JEANNE CLERY DISCLOSURE OF CAMPUS SECURITY POLICY AND CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS ACT

This Federal Act requires that SJR State distribute information regarding certain on-campus crimes to all current and potential students and employees. SJR State is dedicated to the provision of a safe learning and working environment for all students and employees. This information is posted on the College Safety and Security website at SJRstate.edu/safety.html.

The Campus Safety & Security office coordinates the Silent Witness program. Silent Witness is a college-wide crime prevention program whereby all members of the College are encouraged to report suspicious or criminal activity to the Campus Safety & Security office and/ or the appropriate law enforcement agency. A victim or witness of a crime may report information anonymously to Campus Safety and Security via the Silent Witness form located on the public SJR State website at SJRstate.edu/silent witness or via the MySJRstate portal under the Campus Safety & Security tab.

The St. Johns River State College Campus Safety & Security can be reached 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Contact information for security officers is as follows:

Orange Park Campus:
(Office) 904-276-6760;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-626-5885

Palatka Campus:
(Office) 386-312-4095;
(24 hour cell phone) 386-937-2052

St. Augustine Campus:
(Office) 904-808-7495;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-625-5956

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. the college switchboard can be reached at 386-312-4200. SJR State security officers and private contract security officers are armed and licensed by the state of Florida. College and private contract security officers are not law enforcement officers, but they work closely with local law enforcement agencies on reporting and follow-up actions or investigations related to criminal activities on campus. In order to facilitate this relationship and to assist in crime prevention, all employees and students are encouraged to promptly report all criminal or suspicious activity to the security officer on duty on the campus. The College has no recognized fraternities or other off-campus student organizations and there are no records maintained on liquor, drugs or weapons violations by students associated with such organizations.

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TIMELY WARNINGS (Regarding Clery Act crimes)

In the event that an on-campus or off-campus criminal event arises, that, in the judgment of the College President, Senior Vice President, Campus Director or the Director of Safety and Security, or his designee constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus wide “timely warning” will be issued. The warning will be issued by Campus Safety and Security personnel or an appropriate designee via numerous Emergency Notification Systems including the Genave emergency notification speaker system, the Voice-Evac emergency notification speaker system, and through Alertus emergency notification software, which includes computer terminal alert, in room telephone speaker alerts, telephone calls, email and text messaging to students, faculty and staff. Posters, pertaining to the criminal event may also be posted throughout the campus for further notification. Anyone with information possibly warranting a “timely warning” should report the circumstances to the Campus Safety & Security office, by telephone at the appropriate campus as follows:

Orange Park Campus:
(Office) 904-276-6760;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-626-5885

Palatka Campus:
(Office) 386-312-4095;
(24 hour cell phone) 386-937-2052

St. Augustine Campus:
(Office) 904-808-7495;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-626-5956

Information or reports can also be made at the Campus Safety and Security office located at each campus. With respect to the “timely reports” the Clery Act mandates for crimes considered a threat to other students and employees, that victims’ names be withheld.

The content of the timely warning should include all information that would promote safety and that would aid in the prevention of similar crimes. The warning should include what crime occurred, where the crime happened, when it happened, and suspect information if possible.

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EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION POLICY

It is imperative that a timely warning be issued, without delay, in the event of a Clery Act crime occurring within the campus Clery geography, if there is an immediate or continuing threat to students, employees or property. Emergency notification may also be given for non-Clery Act crimes if the crime poses a threat to persons or property.

Whether or not to issue an emergency notification timely warning must be decided on a case-by-case basis. Considerations include the nature of the crime that was reported, the possible continuing danger to the campus community, and the possible risk of compromising law enforcement efforts.

Whenever possible, it is recommended that the College President, Senior Vice President, Campus Director, and Director of Campus Safety and Security (or his designee) meet to determine whether or not a timely warning should be issued. If this is not possible, the discretion is left to the Director of Campus Safety and Security or his/her designee.

Any Security Officer may issue the order to Lock Down, Evacuate, or Shelter in Place if the need arises. This would usually be initially accomplished via the Alertus Program, Emergency Notification System (Genave) and/ or the Voice Evac System.

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DISCLOSURE OF CRIME STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety and Security prepares the crime statistics report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. This report is prepared in cooperation with the local law enforcement agencies surrounding the Palatka, Orange Park and St. Augustine campuses. The past three years of crime statistics for each campus are listed at the end of this report.

Campus crime, arrest and student referral statistics (of a Clery nature) include those reported to the Department of Campus Safety and Security officials and law enforcement agencies. Those crimes used in compiling statistics include the following: murder, man- slaughter, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, liquor law violations, drug related violations (sale and possession), weapons law violations, forcible sex offenses, non-forcible sex offenses, hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

Each year, by October 1st, this report is provided to all current students, faculty and staff via their SJR State e-mail address and is also available via the SJR State intranet website. It is also made available to prospective students, faculty, employees, and staff via the web.

A paper copy of the report is also available from the Campus Safety and Security office located on each campus.

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DAILY CRIME/INCIDENT REPORT LOG

The SJR State Campus Safety & Security office maintains a daily Crime/Incident Log. The log is available for inspection during nor- mal business hours within the Campus Safety & Security office at each campus.

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VOLUNTARY CONFIDENTIAL REPORTING OF CRIMES

If you are the victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action within the College System or the criminal justice system, you may still make a confidential report. With your permission, the Director of Security or a designee of SJR State Campus Safety and Security can file a report on the details of the incident without revealing your identity. A victim or witness of a crime may also report that information to Campus Safety and Security via the Silent Witness form located on the public SJR State website or via the MySJRstate portal under the Campus Safety & Security tab. The purpose of a confidential report is to comply with your wish to keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to ensure the safety of yourself and others. With such information, the College can keep an accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine whether there is a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the annual crimes statistics for the College.

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CONFIDENTIAL REPORTING – PASTORAL AND PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS

At present the College does not have a pastoral counselor, but does employ a professional counselor (Care Counselor) that can be reached at (386) 312-4305.

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CLERY REPORTABLE CRIME DEFINITIONS

Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter - the willful (non- negligent killing of one human being by another)

Negligent Manslaughter - the killing of another person through gross negligence

Forcible Sex Offenses - any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against that person’s will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will where the victim is incapable of giving con- sent

Non Forcible Sex Offenses - unlawful non-forcible sexual inter- course (A sexual assault offense is classified as a forcible or non- forcible sex offense under the uniform crime reporting system of the Federal Bureau of Investigation)

Robbery - the taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear

Aggravated Assault - an unlawful attack by one person upon anther for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury

Burglary - the unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft

Motor Vehicle Theft - the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle

Arson - any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another, etc.

Arrests and Referrals for Disciplinary Action - for weapons (Carrying, Possessing, Etc.), Drug Abuse Violations and Liquor Law Violations

Hate Crimes - a criminal offense committed against a person or property which is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias

Domestic Violence - Any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member. It is also a pattern of controlling behaviors that may include physical, sexual or emotional abuse.

The term “domestic violence” includes felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence committed by a current or former spouse of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse, by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction receiving grant monies, or by any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction.

Dating Violence - violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship. For the purposes of this definition, dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse. Dating violence does not include acts covered under the definition of domestic violence. Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

Stalking - willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows, harasses, or cyber stalks another person commits the offense of stalking The term “stalking” means engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to - (A) fear for his or her safety or the safety of others; or (B) suffer substantial emotional distress.

Consent (in reference to sexual activity) - Consent” means intelligent, knowing, and voluntary consent and does not include coerced submission. “Consent” shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the alleged victim to offer physical resistance to the offender.

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SJR STATE PROHIBITS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING. SEX WITHOUT CONSENT IS A VIOLATION OF SJR STATE COLLEGE POLICY.

Whenever an incident of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking occurs within the Clery geography of any of the SJR State campuses, the victim has the option to notify the Title IX Coordinator, campus security and/or local law enforcement and be assisted by campus authorities in notifying law enforcement if he/she chooses. Information will be gathered and forwarded to the local law enforcement agency for further investigation if warranted. We stress, to the victim, the importance of preserving any evidence of such crimes.

In the event of orders of protection, no contact orders, restraining orders, or similar lawful orders issued by a criminal, civil, or tribal court, SJR State Campus Safety and Security officers will work closely with local law enforcement to ensure the proper level of protection is afforded to the victim by such document.

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REPORTING CRIMINAL OFFENSES

To report a crime contact SJR State College Campus Safety and Security and/or the appropriate law enforcement agency, if it is an emergency, via 9-1-1. Crimes may be reported to the following authorities:

Orange Park Campus Security
(Office) 904-276-6760;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-626-5885

Palatka Campus Security
(Office) 386-312-4095;
(24 hour cell phone) 386-937-2052

St. Augustine Campus Security
(Office) 904-808-7495;
(24 hour cell phone) 904-626-5956

Clay County Sheriff’s Office
904-264-6512(Orange Park Campus)

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office
904-824-8304 (St. Augustine Campus)

Palatka Police Department
386-329-0800 (Palatka Campus)

Putnam County Sheriff’s Office
386-329-0800 (Palatka Campus)

SJR State College Director of Campus Safety and Security
(386) 312-4064

Emergency call boxes located in all parking lots on all campuses communicate directly with the on-duty campus security officer.

Any suspicious activity or person(s) seen in the parking lots, loitering around vehicles or inside buildings should be reported to Campus Safety and Security or appropriate law enforcement agency.

Although victims are encouraged to report crimes, a victim may not wish to pursue action within the College system or the criminal justice system. Victims are still encouraged to make a confidential report, in order to reveal the possibility of a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in the manner are counted and disclosed in the annual crimes statistics for the college.

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to report crime information or tips anonymously by calling any Campus Safety and Security recorded telephone line and leaving such information. Students, faculty and staff can also leave anonymous crime information or tips by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-888-277-8477. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization dedicated to receiving and disseminating confidential crime information and tips to the appropriate investigating law enforcement agency.

If you are the alleged victim or accused (suspect), of a crime of violence, a forcible or non-forcible sex offense, a hate crime, domestic violence or dating violence, both the accuser and the accused students shall be simultaneously informed, in writing, of the outcome of the institutional disciplinary proceeding, the institution’s procedures for the accused and the victim to appeal the results, any change in the results which occur prior to the time the results become final, or when the results become final.

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ACCURATE & PROMPT REPORTING

Community members, students, faculty, staff, and guests are encouraged to report all crimes and public safety related incidents occurring on Campus to the SJR State Campus Safety and Security Department, and/or the appropriate law enforcement agency jurisdiction in a timely manner.

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MONITORING AND RECORDING OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITY (OFF CAMPUS)

SJR State College Campus Safety and Security officers do not provide security services to off-campus locations. Criminal activity is monitored and recorded by the appropriate law enforcement jurisdiction of occurrence.

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SEXUAL COERCION AND SEXUAL ASSAULT

The Prevalence of Sexual Coercion
Researchers have started to take a good look into the where, when and how of sexual coercion. They discovered that sexual coercion occurs leaps and bounds more frequently with college students than any other cohort because of the college lifestyle. Fun as it may be at times, the college lifestyle provides the perfect setting for sexual coercion to happen.

Researchers found that both men and women are perpetrators and victims of sexual coercion. Approximately 70% of college students surveyed reported they have been sexually coerced and 33% of college students surveyed admitted to having used sexually coercive behaviors against their partners. Of the college students who have been sexually coerced, roughly 70% stated they knew their perpetrators, further clarifying the perpetrators were either a boyfriend/ girlfriend, a friend or an acquaintance. This indicates the vast majority of those who experienced victimization of sexual coercion knew their perpetrator.

What is Sexual Coercion?
Sexual coercion is being persuaded to have sex when you don’t want to. It may apply to a specific act or to initiating or continuing a sexual relationship. An individual may give in to coercion for any number of reasons and then may feel guilt and shame.

Recognizing Sexual Coercion:
Is your partner pressuring you to have sex because...

• Sex is the way to prove love
• You had sex in the past, so you can’t say no now
• All your friends are having sex
• Your partner threatens to leave you or threatens violence
• Guilt trips

How would you answer the following questions?

• Do you have unprotected sex because of your partner’s demands?
• Have you had a sexual experience that left you frightened?
• Are you being sexually pressured from your date, partner or friend?
• Are you having doubts or regrets over your partner’s sexual demands?
• Are there times that you feel that you can’t say no to have sex?
• Are you in a sexual relationship that makes you feel powerless?

Avoiding unwanted sex:

• Recognizing the signs of sexual coercion is the first step
• Trust your instincts and feelings
• Do you feel uncomfortable with the situation or circumstances?
• Say no firmly and leave
• Avoid alcohol and drugs that may harm judgment or make your partner more aggressive
• Set your boundaries and communicate clearly
• Seek help

Learn ways to respond to sexual pressure. You could say:

• “I really like you. I’m just not ready to have sex.”
• “If you really care about me, you’ll respect my decision.”
• “I said no. I don’t owe you an explanation.”

What is Sexual Violence?
Any sexual contact or activity with an intimate partner that makes a person feel uncomfortable, with the purpose of controlling through fear, threats, coercion, manipulation or violence.

What is Sexual Battery?
Sexual battery means oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by, or union with, the sexual organ of another or the anal or vaginal penetration of another by any other object committed without your consent.

SEX WITHOUT CONSENT IS A CRIME covered under Florida Statute and can be reported to law enforcement. Consent means intelligent, knowing, and voluntary consent and does not include coerced submission. The law says that consent does not mean your failure to offer physical resistance to the offender. If you are under 16 years of age, consent cannot be used as a defense to a sexual crime. Further, a 16 or 17 year-old cannot legally consent to sexual activity with a person in a position of familial or custodial authority or with a person 24 years of age or older.

SEX WITHOUT CONSENT IS A VIOLATION OF SJR STATE COLLEGE POLICY. If the accused is a student, the matter can be reported to Student Judicial Affairs for disciplinary review and possible disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the College

Evidence Preservation and Medical Care:

• If you are the victim of a sexual assault- find a safe environment - anywhere away from the attacker.
• Ask a trusted friend or family member to stay with you for moral support.
• Report the attack to police by calling 911 and/or notifying College Campus Safety and Security if you are on campus.
• Don’t bathe or brush your teeth.
• Don’t change clothes
• Write down all the details you can recall about the attack and the attacker.
• Ask the hospital to conduct a rape kit exam to preserve forensic evidence.
• If you suspect you were drugged, ask that a urine sample be collected. The sample will need to be analyzed later on by a forensic lab.
• A medical professional will assist with evidence collection, treatment of injuries and can prescribe medications to protect you from certain sexually transmitted infections and recommend follow-up care.
• A counselor on the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE(4673) can help you understand the process.
• If you know that you will never report, still get medical attention. Even with no physical injuries, it is important to determine the risks of STDs and pregnancy. Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline for free, confidential counseling, 24 hours a day: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673).

How Do I Get Assistance While on Campus?
Contact the Department of Campus Safety and Security 24/7

Duty to Investigate
SJR State College has a duty to immediately investigate a complaint of sexual harassment, sexual coercion and sexual assault even if the complainant asks that it not do so. If the complainant requests anonymity, the complainant will be protected from retaliation; however anonymity may limit the school’s ability to respond. The complainant will be assured that the investigation will be discreet and only disclosed on a “need to know” basis. In deciding how to proceed, the College will weigh the complainant’s anonymity request against the alleged perpetrator’s potential danger to other students. In addition, determine whether interim protective actions are necessary, such as issuing a “no contact” directive or separating a complainant and respondent. The College will attempt to minimize any burden on complainants. The complainant will be provided with information regarding his/her options regarding the investigation including the choice to report to law enforcement and available medical and mental health treatment options.

HELP IS AVAILABLE WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REPORT A SEXUAL CRIME OR NOT. Please contact:

• Florida Department of Health Violence Intervention and Prevention Program 1-888-956-RAPE (7273)
• Stewart Marchman Behavioral Health Care
  386-329-3780 (Palatka)
  904-209-6200 (St. Augustine)
  
• Clay Behavioral Health Center 904-291-5561 (Orange Park)
• Local Law Enforcement Victim Advocate
  Putnam Sheriff’s Office - 386-329-0801 (Palatka)
  St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office -904-824-8304 (St. Augustine),
  Clay County Sheriff’s Office - 904-264-6512 (Orange Park)
• National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
• Contact your local State Attorney’s Office.
  Clay County 904-284-6319,
  Putnam County- 386-329-0259
  St. Johns County- 904-823-2300
• Contact your local Clerk of Court.
  Clay County - 904-269-6363
  Putnam County - 386-326-7640
  Clerk of Court St. Johns County - 904-819-3600

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DATING VIOLENCE & STALKING

Unhealthy relationships can start early and last a lifetime. Dating violence often starts with teasing and name calling. These behaviors are often thought to be a “normal” part of a relationship. But these behaviors can set the stage for more serious violence.

What is Dating Violence?
Dating violence is violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim.

• The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.
• For the purposes of this definition, dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse.
• Dating violence does not include acts covered under the definition of domestic violence.
• Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

Dating violence can take place in person or electronically, such as repeated texting or posting sexual pictures of a partner online. Unhealthy relationships can start early and last a lifetime. Teens often think some behaviors, like teasing and name calling, are a “normal” part of a relationship. However, these behaviors can become abusive and develop into more serious forms of violence.

What are the consequences of dating violence?
As teens develop emotionally, they are heavily influenced by their relationship experiences. Healthy relationship behaviors can have a positive effect on a teen’s emotional development. Unhealthy, abusive or violent relationships can cause short term and long term negative effects, or consequences to the developing teen. Victims of teen dating violence are more likely to do poorly in school, and report binge drinking, suicide attempts, and physical fighting. Victims may also carry the patterns of violence into future relationships.

Violence is related to certain risk factors. Risks of having unhealthy relationships increase if your partner displays the following behaviors:

• Believe it’s okay to use threats or violence to get their way or to express frustration or anger.
• Use alcohol or drugs.
• Can’t manage anger or frustration.
• Hang out with violent peers.
• Have multiple sexual partners.
• Have a friend involved in dating violence.
• Are depressed or anxious.
• Have learning difficulties and other problems at school.
• Don’t have parental supervision and support.
• Witness violence at home or in the community.
• Have a history of aggressive behavior or bullying.

What is Stalking?
Florida Statute 784.048 defines stalking as a person who willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows, harasses, or cyberstalks another person. Depending on the circumstances, stalking can be a misdemeanor or a felony.

Stalking means engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to:

• Fear for his or her safety or the safety of others; or
• Suffer substantial emotional distress

Like domestic violence, stalking is a crime of power and control. Stalking can be carried out in person or via electronic mechanisms (phone, fax, GPS, cameras, computer spyware, or the Internet). Cyberstalking—the use of technology to stalk victims—shares some characteristics with real-life stalking. It involves the pursuit, harassment, or contact of others in an unsolicited fashion initially via the Internet and e-mail. Cyberstalking can intensify in chat rooms where stalkers systematically flood their target’s inbox with obscene, hateful, or threatening messages and images. A cyber stalker may further assume the identity of his or her victim by posting information (fictitious or not) and soliciting responses from the cyber community. Stalking may involve verbal, written, or implied threats, or a combination thereof, that would cause a reasonable person fear.

Stalking behaviors also may include persistent patterns of leaving or sending the victim unwanted items or presents that may range from seemingly romantic to bizarre, following or laying in wait for the victim, damaging or threatening to damage the victim’s property, defaming the victim’s character, or harassing the victim via the Internet by posting personal information or spreading rumors about the victim.

PHYSICAL VIOLENCE, ASSAULT, BATTERY, SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND STALKING ARE ALL CRIMES and are covered under Florida Statutes and can be reported to law enforcement.

PHYSICAL VIOLENCE, ASSAULT, BATTERY, SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND STALKING ARE ALL VIOLATIONS OF SJR STATE COLLEGE POLICY. If the accused is a student, the matter can be reported to Student Affairs for disciplinary review and possible disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the College

How Do I Get Assistance While on Campus?
Contact the Department of Campus Safety and Security 24/7

Written Notifications
Students and employees have certain rights and available services in the event they are a victim of assault, battery, stalking, sexual violence and physical violence. These rights and available services are listed in a brochure, available at Counseling and Security offices and Student Service Centers of the College campuses. Also available is a brochure reference dating violence and stalking, domestic violence, sexual coercion and sexual assault.

HELP IS AVAILABLE WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REPORT A CRIME OR NOT. Get Help By Contacting the Following Agencies:

• National Dating Abuse Helpline and Love is Respect
  1-866-331-9474 or text 77054 or loveisrespect.org
• National Domestic Violence Hotline
  1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
• National Sexual Assault Hotline
  1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
• Florida Department of Health Violence Intervention and Prevention Program
  1-888-956-RAPE (7273)
• Stewart Marchman Behavioral Health Care
  386-329-3780 (Palatka)
  and 904-209-6200 (St. Augustine)
• Clay Behavioral Health Center
  904-291-5561 (Orange Park)
• Local Law Enforcement Victim Advocate
  Putnam Sheriff’s Office- 386-329-0801 (Palatka)
  St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office-904-824-8304 (St. Augustine)
  Clay County Sheriff’s Office- 904-264-6512 (Orange Park)
• Contact your local State Attorney’s Office.
  Clay County- 904-284-6319
  Putnam County- 386-329-0259
  St. Johns County- 904-823-2300
• Contact your local Clerk of Court.
  Clay County- 904-269-6363
  Putnam County- 386-326-7640
  St. Johns County- 904-819-3600
  

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member. Domestic violence is also a pattern of controlling behaviors that may include physical, sexual or emotional abuse. It is a choice made by the batterer.

Domestic violence can happen to anyone, whether married, living together, or just dating. It can also happen in same-sex relationships. Domestic violence affects people of all economic, marital, sexual and educational backgrounds. It is about physical, psychological and financial control. It also affects family, friends, co-workers and the community. Domestic violence is against the law and it is not the victim’s fault.

Domestic violence means a felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed by:

• Current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim
• A person with whom the victim shares a child in common
• A person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse or intimate partner,
• A person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction receiving grant monies [under VAWA] or
• Any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction.

Coping with Domestic Violence

• Recognize that domestic violence is a serious problem.
• Talk to somebody you trust.
• If you are a victim of domestic violence, call your local law enforcement department for help.
• Seek help and guidance from organizations, such as shelters, mental health centers and churches.

The Reality

• Every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted or beaten.
• One in four women will experience domestic violence during lifetime.
• 1 in 3 women, who is a victim of homicide, is murdered by her current or former partner.
• Women experience more than 4 million physical assaults and rapes because of their partners, and men are the victims of nearly 3 million physical assaults.
• Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury requiring serous medical attention for women ages 18-49.
• 50% of husbands who frequently assault their wives also frequently abuse their children.
• Domestic violence victims lose nearly 8 million days of paid work each year as a result of the violence.

Warning Signs of Domestic Violence (Red Flags) Some examples your partner may exhibit are as follows:

• Hurtful teasing in private or in public
• Calls you names such as “stupid” or “bitch”
• Acts jealous of your friends, family, co-workers
• Makes fun of you, your friends, your activities
• Gets angry about your clothes or hairstyle
• Checks up on you by calling or driving by
• Goes with you “just to keep an eye on you”
• Insists on knowing who you talk to on the phone
• Blames you for his/her problems or bad moods
• Makes you feel like you have to “walk on eggshells”
• Hits wall, drives dangerously to scare you
• Drinks or uses drugs
• Won’t let you see family or friends
• Accuses you of being interested in someone else
• Forces you to do things you don’t want to do
• Dares you to do things you don’t normally do
• Challenges you to prove your love or loyalty
• Gets drunk or high to punish you
• Forces you to have sex
• Intimidates you with guns, knives, or other weapons
• Threatens to kill you or commit suicide if you leave
• Acts like “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”

Have a Safety Plan

• If you are a victim of domestic violence, create a safety plan that includes routes of escape, phone numbers of trusted friends, shelters and domestic violence hotlines.
• Pack a survival kit with a change of clothes, keys, ID, cash, birth certificate (for you and your children), medicine and prescriptions, pictures of the family and the abuser, proof of income pay stubs, financial statements, the abuser’s personal information (date of birth, social security number, place of employment), health care information, money (if possible), address books and legal documents. Store it with someone you trust.
• Have a signal for help with trusted friends and neighbors.
• Teach your children how to escape and get help.
• Open a separate savings and credit card account.
• Review the plan every month.

Legal Protection

• Many states require that police officers arrest abusers if domestic violence has occurred
• Victims can request temporary restraining orders that can assist until a permanent one can be granted by the court.
• Victims may also be able to get additional financial support and temporary custody of children.

Prevention

• Learn how to become a better communicator with your spouse and family.
• Do not abuse alcohol or drugs, which could make domestic abuse worse.
• Look for positive solutions to your problems.
• Seek help at the earliest signs of domestic abuse.

How Do I Get Assistance While on Campus?
Contact the Department of Campus Safety and Security 24/7

HELP IS AVAILABLE WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REPORT A CRIME OR NOT. Domestic Violence Help Telephone Numbers:

• Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence Hotline
  (800) 500-1119
• Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence TTY Hotline
  (800) 621-4202
• National Domestic Violence Hotline
  (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
• Lee Conlee House, Inc., Domestic Violence Center,
  Putnam County (386) 325-3141
• Florida Department of Health in Putnam County
  (800) 440-0420 or (386) 326-3200
• Quigley House, Clay County
  (800) 339-5017 or (904) 284-0061
• Betty Griffin House, St. Johns County
  (904) 824-1555
• National Dating Abuse Helpline and Love is Respect (866) 331-9474 or text 77054 or loveisrespect.org

How Do I Get an Order of Protection?

• Contact your local law enforcement victim advocate.
  Palatka Police Department 386-329-0115,
  Putnam Sheriff’s Office 386-329-0801 (Palatka)
  St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office 904-824-8304 (St. Augustine)
  Clay County Sheriff’s Office 904-264-6512 (Orange Park)
• Contact your local State Attorney’s Office.
  Clay County 904-284-6319
  Putnam County 386-329-0259
  St. Johns County 904-823-2300
• Contact your local Clerk of Court.
  Clay County- 904-269-6363
  Putnam County- 386-326-7640
  St. Johns County- 904-819-3600

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FEDERAL CAMPUS SEX CRIMES PREVENTION ACT OF 2000 AND FLORIDA SEXUAL PREDATOR AND SEXUAL REGISTRATION NOTIFICATION LAW

Pursuant to the Federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 and the Florida Sexual Predator and Sexual Registration Notification Law, SJR State establishes the following procedure to insure the availability of information to the campus community concerning the presence of registered sexual offenders or predators attending SJR State.

All information regarding registered sexual offenders or predators attending SJR State will be coordinated and maintained by the SJR State Campus Safety & Security office. SJR State Campus Safety & Security office will maintain a current copy of the offender/predator’s Florida Department of Law Enforcement offender flyer including his/her photograph and current SJR State campus location.

Inquiries regarding any sexual offender or predator attending any SJR State campus should be directed to James A. Griffith, Director of Campus Safety, at jamesagriffith@SJRstate.edu, telephone number (386) 312-4064 or telephone number (386) 312-4095, Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Information relating to Florida’s registered sexual offenders and predators is public record and may also be viewed here or by calling 1-888-357-7332. For TTY Accessibility: 1-877-414- 7234

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HIGHER EDUCATION AMENDMENTS OF 1992; SECTION 486(C) OF PUBLIC LAW: 102-325 (S. 1150)

Sexual assault (rape) is a serious crime that has a major impact on the campus community as well as on the students who are victimized. SJR State will not tolerate sexual assault in any form, including date and acquaintance sexual assault.

Should probable cause be determined that campus regulations prohibiting sexual assault have been violated, disciplinary action will be pursued through the code of student conduct or other appropriate internal processes. Discipline may result in suspension or dismissal from the College. Any student or employee reporting a sexual as- sault will be treated with respect and sensitivity. Contacts and conversations which transpire pursuant to this procedure will be held in confidence.

Any person, student or employee, wishing to file a complaint regarding sexual violence/conduct may contact the College Title IX Coordinator/Equity Officer at 386-312-4170 or College campus security, or local law enforcement. Individuals who wish to receive information about available support resources regarding sexual violence/conduct may contact the campus counseling staff member designated to assist with sexual violence/conduct or College cam- pus security or contact any of support providers listed in the Annual Security Report.

All reports of sexual violence/conduct involving students will be forwarded to the Vice President for Student Affairs/Assistant General Counsel and the College Title IX Coordinator who will assist in situations requiring immediate administrative support.

All reports of any sexual violence/conduct involving employees will be forwarded to the College Equity Officer/Title IX Coordinator who will assist in situations requiring immediate administrative support.

Both the accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during a College disciplinary proceeding relating to an alleged sexual offense. Both the accuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome of any College disciplinary process relating to an alleged sexual offense.

HELP IS AVAILABLE WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REPORT A CRIME OR NOT.
The following is a list of counseling avenues for individuals who have been the victim of sexual assault or date rape:

• Florida Department of Health Violence Intervention and Prevention Program
  1-888-956-RAPE (7273)
• Stewart Marchman Behavioral Health Care
  386-329-3780 (Palatka)
  904-209-6200 (St. Augustine)
• Clay Behavioral Health Center
  904-291-5561 (Orange Park)
• Local Law Enforcement Victim Advocate
  Palatka Police Department 386-329-0115
  Putnam Sheriff’s Office 386-329-0801 (Palatka)
  St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office 904-824-8304 (St. Augustine)
  Clay County Sheriff’s Office 904-264-6512 (Orange Park)
• National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE(4673)

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT SEXUAL PREDATOR/OFFENDER REGISTRY

This website contains public record information on offenders classified as sexual predators and sexual offenders under Florida law because of a conviction for a sex-related crime and/or a 2025 ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT specified crime against children: here. FDLE has also established a toll-free number (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or (1- 888-357-7332) that allows the public to request information about sexual predators and sex offenders living in their communities and around the state. Or via e-mail: sexpred@fdle.state. fl.us. Upon notification of the presence of an offender/predator, it is the responsibility of the law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over the offender/predator’s address to inform the College administration that the offender/predator has stated that he/she is currently enrolled at, or employed by the College. The College administration can then make all prudent notifications to members of the campus community.

Information requests regarding registered sexual offenders or predators attending classes at SJR State should be directed to James A. Griffith, Director of Campus Safety, at jamesagriffith@SJRstate.edu, telephone number (386) 312-4064 or telephone number (386) 312-4095, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND EVACUATION PROCEDURES

SJR State has in place four major categories of response to emergency situations. The four categories are as follows: (1) Lockdown, (2) Shelter in Place, (3) Evacuation, (4) All Clear. The procedures are defined as follows:

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Lockdown

In the event of a “Lockdown” order by the SJR State Administration, the following immediate steps shall be taken:

1. Immediately get students inside the classroom.
2. Lock the door.
3. Calmly advise students of the “Lockdown” status and to follow instructions.
4. Sit students on the floor, against a wall, not visible from the classroom door or windows.
5. Close the blinds.
6. Shut off the lights.
7. Do not open the door until an “All Clear” is given by administration or by police/security.

Shelter in Place
In the event of a “Shelter In Place” order by the SJR State Administration, the following immediate steps shall be taken: (A “Shelter In Place” order is usually a weather-related issue.)

1. Immediately get students inside the classroom.
2. Check hallways for any other students/staff and get them inside also.
3. Faculty shall immediately and calmly communicate to their students that a “Shelter In Place” order has been initiated by the SJR State Administration.
4. After accounting for all students in attendance, faculty will lead students in an orderly manner to inner perimeter rooms, offices, bathrooms or hallway that affords protection from extreme weather, winds, flying glass or debris. If you are already in a room that is safe, stay there.
5. Faculty shall advise students and any other personnel in their charge to move away from any exterior windows. Stay in place until an “All Clear” is given by administration or by police/security.

Evacuation
In the event of an “Evacuation” order by the SJR State Administration, the following immediate steps shall be taken:

1. Faculty will immediately advise students and any other personnel in their charge that an “Evacuation Order” has been issued. Faculty will advise students to calmly and quietly proceed to designated exits without running or shouting.
2. Depending on the threat or emergency situation, students should be instructed to evacuate at least 300 feet from the building.
3. Do not block or gather in parking lots. Emergency vehicles will need those areas. Stay in place until an “All Clear” is given by administration or by police/security.

All Clear
In the event of an “All Clear” order by the SJR State Administration, the following immediate steps shall be taken:

Faculty shall advise students and any other personnel in their charge of the current “All Clear” status ordered by the SJR State Administration. Doors should be unlocked and normal operating procedures should be implemented unless otherwise directed by administration or by police/security.

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EMERGENCY DRILLS, TESTING AND EVACUATION PROCEDURES

The Chief of Safety and Security will schedule annual drills to test the Emergency Procedures. These drills will be held at each SJR State campus.

The Emergency Response Procedures are published on the College website and also are within the Annual Security Report. An email reminder is sent to all College personnel in reference to upcoming drills, along with a reminder of the procedures.

Each drill/test/evaluation of the Emergency Response Procedures is documented (date, time, and description) and kept in the Institutional Effectiveness Plan by the Director of Campus Safety and Security.

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SECURITY AND ACCESS TO COLLEGE FACILITIES

During business hours the College will be open to students, parents, employees, contractors, guests, and invitees. Full time personnel are issued keys to their assigned areas. The unlocking of certain rooms, during business hours, may require the assistance of a Campus Safety and Security officer. After business hours, all of the campus doors will be secured by keyed locks. During non-business hours, access to all College facilities is by key, if issued, or by admittance via a Campus Safety and Security officer. Those requiring admittance, after hours, will have arranged prior authorization from the proper authority, to do so. Certain areas may be accessed after hours by authorized staff and students using key-pad access.

None of SJR State College campuses have on-campus student housing at this time.

Pathways, sidewalks, stairwells and hallways are routinely checked by Security and Facilities personnel to insure proper lighting and no unforeseen obstructions.

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AUTHORITY OF CAMPUS SECURITY

St. Johns River State College Security Officers are armed officers. They have the right to ask persons for identification and to determine whether, or not, individuals have the right to be on campus. Although Campus Safety and Security officers do not have arrest powers, they work closely with appropriate jurisdiction law enforcement personnel concerning criminal incidents. There is no written memorandum of understanding between the College and the law enforcement agencies.

All crime victims and witnesses are strongly encouraged to immediately report crimes to the Campus Safety and Security and the appropriate law enforcement agency. Prompt reporting of crimes will assure timely warning notices and timely disclosure of crime statistics. Criminal incidents that occur in close proximity to our campuses are communicated regularly to Campus Safety and Security personnel.

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SECURITY AWARENESS

The Campus Safety & Security office provides security procedures and information during new student orientation at all three campuses. Security procedures and security information are also pro- vided during SJR State’s yearly faculty and staff orientation. Primary crime prevention and awareness programs, which promote awareness of rape (sexual battery), acquaintance rape, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking are offered to new students and new employees. The Campus Safety & Security Office, in conjunction with local law enforcement personnel also offers crime prevention and safety/security awareness procedures programs upon request to students and employees. These programs are geared toward personal safety, theft prevention, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) training. We also encourage both students and employees to be aware of their responsibility for their own security and the security of others.

When time is of the essence, concerning an immediate threat, information is released to the College community through the various SJR State Emergency Notification Systems.

Bystander Intervention
If you see a crime in progress, notify Campus Safety and Security and call 911 as soon as possible. If it is not safe to personally intervene, continue to describe the incident to the 911 operator and describe exactly what you are witnessing and the location of the crime. The 911 operator will ask you questions regarding description of the suspect; if you see any weapon; information regarding the victim and possible injuries. If it is safe to do so, yell in a loud voice that the police have been called and they are responding. You may also call for help in a loud voice to let the perpetrator know that someone is observing what is happening. Be careful not to put yourself in harm’s way. Approach the victim if safe to do so and provide aid and assistance until law enforcement or medical authorities arrive. Provide all information you know about the crime to the responding officer(s).

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SJR STATE COLLEGE ALCOHOL & DRUG NOTIFICATION

SJR State College is committed to providing an environment that enhances and supports student success. The academic community, including faculty, administrators, staff and students, has the collective responsibility to ensure that this environment is conducive to the student’s development. The illegal use of harmful and addictive chemical substances poses a threat to the educational environment.

Thus, in accordance with the Drug Free Schools and Communication Act Amendments of 1989, it is necessary to inform the College community of the harmful and addictive potential associated with the use of drugs, the incompatibility of illegal drugs with the educational mission of St. Johns River State College, and the consequences of the use, possession, manufacture or sale of such drugs.

St. Johns River State College District Board of Trustees Rules outlines the accepted code of conduct for students and employees. The code, as documented in the student handbook and college catalog, includes the following:

• Any act or behavior on the part of the student or employee that tends to interfere with or otherwise disturb the orderly conduct, processes, functions and/or interests of the College is prohibited.
• Possession of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is prohibited on college property with the exception of alcohol served at officially sponsored college events.
• Any student, or employee, found to have used, possessed, or distributed a narcotic or other controlled substances, except as permitted by law, or used, possessed, or distributed any alcoholic beverage except as expressly permitted by law and college regulation, or public intoxication shall be subject to disciplinary sanctions, including, but not limited to suspension, probation, expulsion or termination. The College may also make a referral to legal authorities for appropriate actions.

For more information on penalties and dangers of drug use, see the DEA website.

As a public institution whose mission is to foster human potential, St. Johns River State College believes it is important to understand the health risks and other detrimental consequences associated with drug and alcohol abuse. The use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol pose serious risks to one’s health. Side effects include the symptoms of dilated pupils, elevated body temperature, increased heart rate, and increased blood pressure, impairment of judgment and mental functions, and loss of control and coordination. If ingested by a pregnant woman or nursing mother, these drugs pose serious risks to the health of fetuses and nursing infants, up to and including death.

St. Johns River State College has on staff, a counselor (Care Counselor) to provide confidential counseling services on site at the SJRSC campuses. The St. Johns River State College Care Team has been formed to address issues involving students exhibiting behaviors of concern. The Care Team utilizes the Care Counselor as a resource to assist. To contact the Care Team or the Care Team Counselor, students can call (386) 312-4305.

Faculty and Staff requesting assistance with drug and alcohol issues or information may contact the confidential College Employee Assistance provider New Directions Behavioral Health at (800) 624-5544.

Locally Available Public and Private Substance Abuse Counseling, Treatment and Rehabilitation Programs

The following is provided to students and employees of St. Johns River State College to communicate some of the substance abuse services in the tri-county area. This is a partial list and inclusion of an organization does not imply endorsement nor does omission imply disapproval:

• Aetna (800) 272-7252
• Alcoholics Anonymous (904) 399-8535
• Clay County Behavioral Health Center (904) 291-5561
• First-Coast Narcotics Anonymous (904) 723-5683
• AL-ANON Putnam and St. Johns (800) 508-2512
• AL-ANON Clay (800) 344-2666
• Stewart Marchman Behavioral Health Care (904) 209-6200
• Riverpoint Behavioral Health (904) 724-9202
• St. Johns County Department of Health & Human Service (904) 209-6000
• American Council for Drug Education at: www.acde.org

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TOBACCO USE POLICY

The College is now a tobacco free campus. The use of all forms of tobacco and smoking, including cigarettes, loose-leaf tobacco, snuff and electronic devices is prohibited. The tobacco-free policy will apply to all campus properties, walkways, sidewalks and parking lots, as well as personal vehicles in these areas and includes the removal of designated smoking areas.

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WEAPONS/FIREARMS POLICY

SJR 3.34
Prohibition of Firearms and Weapons on College Property or at College Events General Authorities: FS 1001.64, Chapter 790

POLICY/PURPOSE:
St. Johns River State College desires to maintain a safe environment for all of its students, faculty members, staff members, contractors, and visitors. This policy seeks to reduce the risk of injury or death associated with the intentional or accidental use of weapons.

APPLICABILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY:
This policy applies to all individuals who come onto property owned or controlled by St. Johns River State College or who attend events sponsored or hosted by the College, with exceptions as noted below.

POLICY STATEMENT:
St. Johns River State College prohibits the possession, use, or storage of weapons on property owned or controlled by the College, including in a College vehicle, on one’s person or in one’s office. Additionally, SJR State prohibits the possession, use, or storage of weapons at events sponsored or hosted by SJR State, except as out- lined in this policy.

DEFINITIONS:
Weapon – A thing designed or intended or which may reasonably be used for inflicting bodily harm. The term “weapon” includes firearms, swords, knives, incendiary devices, chemical devices, or missiles. The term “weapon” includes any object legally controlled as a weapon or treated as a weapon under the laws of the jurisdiction in which the College owned or controlled property is located.

Firearm – Any weapon (including a starter gun) which will, is designed to, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; the frame or receiver of any such weapon; any firearm muffler or silencer; any destructive device; or any machine gun.

EXCEPTIONS:
Notwithstanding the foregoing, SJR State permits the following:

1. Approved College and contracted Security Staff may possess weapons on College property.
2. A law enforcement officer may carry onto College property or into College events those weapons that his or her law enforcement agency requires to be carried.
3. Not prohibited under this policy are legitimate tools appropriately used in authorized work on campus.
4. Faculty for and students enrolled in Criminal Justice Programs may possess weapons while participating in College approved training exercises.
5. Non-functioning antique or simulated weapons may be used for classroom or other academic purposes with prior notice to and approval of the Academic or Workforce Vice President and with notice to SJR State Campus Department of Safety and Security.
6. Individuals who carry a self-defense chemical spray, which is a device carried solely for the purposes of lawful self-defense that is compact in size, designed to be carried on or about the person, and contains not more than two ounces of chemical.
7. Simulated weapons that are clearly identifiable (whether through design or decoration) to the casual observer as simulated are permitted for instructional or academic purposes.
8. Possession of firearms on College property as permitted by Florida Statutes. See Florida Statutes, 1001.64, Chapter 790.

VIOLATION AND DISCIPLINE: Any person who violates this rule may be immediately removed from College premises, prohibited from returning, and/or referred for prosecution by authorities for any crime under local, state, or federal law. Violation of this rule by a student is a violation of the Student Conduct Code. Employees who violate this rule are subject to appropriate discipline, which may include suspension and/or termination.

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ST. JOHNS RIVER STATE COLLEGE DISCIPLINARY PROCESS:

St. Johns River State College will provide an orderly disciplinary process to insure the following objectives:

• Provide a prompt, fair, and impartial investigation and resolution.
• Will be conducted by officials who receive annual training on issues related to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking and how to conduct an investigation and hearing process that protects the safety of victims and promotes accountability.
• The standard of evidence used, during any conduct proceeding, will be “a preponderance of the evidence.”
• The accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunity to have others present during an institutional disciplinary proceeding including the opportunity to be accompanied to any related meeting or proceeding by an advisor of their choice.
• Both the accuser and accused shall be simultaneously informed, in writing, of:
  1.The outcome of the institutional disciplinary proceeding.
  2. The institution’s procedures for the accused and the victim to appeal the results.
  3. Any change in the results that occur prior to the time the results become final.
  4. When the results become final.
• Information about how the institution will protect the confidentiality of victims.
• Written notification of students about existing counseling, health, mental health, victim advocacy, legal assistance, and other services available for victim’s on-campus and in the community.
• Written notification of victims about options for, and available assistance in, changing academic, living, transportation, and working situations, if requested by the victim and such accommodations are reasonable available, regardless of whether the victim chooses to report the crime to campus police or local law enforcement.
• A student or employee who reports to the institution that they have been a victim of one of the aforementioned crimes shall be provided with a written explanation of the student or employee’s rights and options.
• There shall be no retaliation against anyone who exercises rights under the Clery Act and Title IX (such retaliation is already prohibited).
• A student found responsible for a violation of College Policy could receive any of the following sanctions: Warning, Probation, Loss of Privileges, Fines, Restitution, Discretionary Sanctions, or College Suspension. In some cases, a student found responsible may be expelled from the College.
• The College will inform both the reporting party and responding party in writing of the outcome of the investigation and the appeal process. A resolution will be reached no later than sixty (60) days from the date the complaint is received.

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APPEAL PROCESS:

1. A decision reached by the judicial body or a sanction imposed by the judicial advisor may be appealed by accused students or complainants to an appellate board within five (5) school days of the decision. Such appeals shall be in writing and shall be delivered to the Assistant Vice-President for Student Affairs or his/ her designee.
2. Except as required to explain the basis of new evidence, an appeal shall be limited to review of the verbatim record of the initial hearing and supporting documents for one or more of the following purposes:
   
   a. To determine whether the original hearing was conducted fairly in light of the charges and evidence presented, and in conformity with prescribed procedures giving the complaining party a reasonable opportunity to prepare and present evidence that the Student Code was violated, and giving the accused student a reasonable opportunity to prepare and present a rebuttal of those allegations.
   
   b. To determine whether the decision reached regarding the accused student was based on substantial evidence, that is, whether the facts in the case were sufficient to establish that a violation of the Student Code occurred.
   
   c. To determine whether the sanction(s) imposed were appropriate for the violation of the Student Code which the student was found to have committed.
   
   d. To consider new evidence, sufficient to alter a decision or other relevant facts not brought out in the original hearing, because such evidence and/or facts were not known to the person appealing at the time of the original hearing.
3. If an appeal is upheld by the appellate board, the matter shall be remanded to the original judicial body and judicial advisor for re-opening of the hearing to allow reconsideration of the original determination and/or sanction(s).
4. In cases involving appeals by students accused of violating the Student Code, review of the sanction imposed by the appellate board may result in concurrence of the existing sanction, reduction of the exiting sanction, elimination of the existing sanction, or revision of the existing sanction.

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DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS

Upon request, the College will disclose the results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution against a student who is the alleged perpetrator of any crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense (statutory rape, incest) to the alleged victim or the victim’s next of kin, if the victim is deceased.

ANNUAL CLERY ACT CRIME STATISTICS BY CAMPUS

There were no reported hate crimes for the Palatka Campus during 2022, 2023, or 2024.
(For Hate Crimes, categories of prejudice include actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.)
Hate crimes may also include larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction, damage, or vandalism of property.
There are no residential facilities or non-campus buildings or property on this campus.

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There were no reported hate crimes for the Orange Park Campus during 2022, 2023, or 2024.
(For Hate Crimes, categories of prejudice include actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.)
Hate crimes may also include larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction, damage, or vandalism of property.
There are no residential facilities or non-campus buildings or property on this campus.

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There were no reported hate crimes for the St. Augustine Campus during 2022, 2023, or 2024.
(For Hate Crimes, categories of prejudice include actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.)
Hate crimes may also include larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction, damage, or vandalism of property.
There are no residential facilities or non-campus buildings or property on this campus.

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There were no reported hate crimes for the Workforce Training Center Campus during 2022, 2023, or 2024.
(For Hate Crimes, categories of prejudice include actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, national origin, marital status, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.)
Hate crimes may also include larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction, damage, or vandalism of property.
There are no residential facilities or non-campus buildings or property on this campus.

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DEFINITIONS

Sexual Assault: An offense that meets the definition of rape, fondling, incest, or statutory rape as used in the FBI’s UCR program.

Sex Offenses: Any sexual act directed against another person, without the consent of the victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent.

• Rape- The penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, without the consent of the victim.
• Fondling – The touching of the private body parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, without the consent of the victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her age or because of his/her temporary or permanent mental incapacity.
• Incest – Sexual intercourse between persons who are related to each other within the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by law.
• Statutory Rape – Sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory age of consent.

Domestic Violence: A felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed

• By a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim;
• By a person with whom the victim shares a child in common;
• By a person who is cohabitating with, or has cohabitated with, the victim as a spouse or intimate partner;
• By a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred;
• By any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred.

Dating Violence: Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim.

• The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.
• For the purposes of this definition, dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse.
• Dating violence does not include acts covered under the definition of domestic violence.
• Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

Stalking: Engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to

• Fear for the person’s safety or the safety of others; or
• Suffer substantial emotional distress.
• For the purposes of this definition:
  Course of conduct means two or more acts, including, but not limited to, acts in which the stalker directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device, or means, follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about a person, or interferes with a person’s property.
• Reasonable person means a reasonable person under similar circumstances and with similar identities to the victim.
• Substantial emotional distress means significant mental suffering or anguish that may, but does not necessarily, require medical or other professional treatment or counseling.
• Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

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