Student Amnesty for Alcohol and Drug Emergencies

AFTER THE INCIDENT:

1. Students will be referred to Student Conduct and Academic Integrity and will be evaluated for amnesty.
2. Students eligible for amnesty will still be required to participate in an educational component and may be referred for an individual consultation, however they will not face formal disciplinary action. Students who decline or fail to attend the educational component or fail to comply with the counselor's recommendations will become subject to formal disciplinary action.

There are limitations to this program and inclusion in the program is not automatic.

This program is separate, but in congruence with, the state amnesty policy, Senate Bill 1331 (Texas 911 Lifeline legislation), which provides amnesty against criminal citations for those seeking medical attention as the result of an illegal action, such as minor in consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor. Student Amnesty for Alcohol Emergencies provides protection against formal disciplinary action by the University, whereas the Texas 911 Lifeline legislation provides protection against legal action.

What should I do in an alcohol medical emergency?

1. Know the signs of alcohol poisoning.
2. Call 911, even if you're not sure.
3. Stay with the person and cooperate with all emergency personnel.

What should I do in the case of a drug overdose?

1. Know the signs of a drug overdose.
2. Call 911, even if you’re not sure.
3. Stay with the person and cooperate with all emergency personnel.
4. If the person has overdosed on an opioid, administer Naloxone.

Texas Amnesty Law

The University's policy is separate from the state amnesty policy, Senate Bill 1331 (Texas 911 Lifeline legislation), which provides amnesty against criminal citations for those seeking medical attention as the result of an illegal action, such as minor in consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor. Student Amnesty for Alcohol and Drug Emergencies provides protection against formal disciplinary action by the University for both alcohol- and drug-related incidences, whereas the Texas 911 Lifeline legislation provides protection against legal action in relation only to alcohol-related incidences.