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How do Title IX Hearings Work?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What typically happens in a Title IX investigation?
The Title IX investigator may obtain and study police records, social media posts, text message, campus security reports, videos, and emails. They will also want to speak with anyone that might be a witness. They will also want to speak with you and the accuser. It is important to note that just because you or the accuser suggest a witness to be interviewed, that investigator does not have to speak with that person. The investigator is given wide discretion on how the investigation is conducted. Some investigators will record interviews, while others choose not to record anything. It’s important to get a Title IX defense advisor on your side during the investigation so you don’t make things worse.
What's the standard of proof in a Title IX investigation?
Title IX requires universities to apply the “preponderance of the evidence” standard – was it more likely than not that sexual harassment or violence occurred? If the answer is determined to be yes, you will be found responsible for sexual misconduct. The preponderance of the evidence standard is a low standard of proof. That means it’s easier for you to be found responsible. In contrast, criminal cases require that the defendant is found guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Unfortunately, the Title IX “preponderance of the evidence” standard is the lowest standard of proof. That means it’s much easier to find you responsible for sexual misconduct in a Title IX proceeding than it is in a civil or criminal case. Your Title IX defense lawyer can help you build a case to overcome this standard of proof.
Can my school discipline me under Title IX even if i'm not convicted of a crime?
Yes, the Title IX process works independently of the criminal justice system. Sometimes, your school’s Title IX office may cooperate with local law enforcement authorities and vice versa. Either case may go forward even if the other one does not. In fact, in many cases, it’s easier to get punished by Title IX it is under criminal law. That’s because United States criminal law gives everyone the right to certain procedural protections, which is not necessarily the case under Title IX. Your school’s Title IX investigation determines whether or not you violated your school’s conduct policy. That’s why it makes so much sense to hire a Title IX advisor who can handle both your case at school and any charges you might be facing in criminal court. Your Title IX Defense Lawyer can put together a unified defense strategy and help you avoid missteps in one case that could have legal consequences for the other.
What are Title IX defense strategies?

As for possible Title IX defense strategies that your student misconduct defense lawyer can provide, these will depend, in part, on the details of each individual case. In any case, a Title IX defense attorney can:

  • Provide guidance to the respondent for every step in the process
  • Prepare the respondent for hearings and interviews at the institution
  • Make certain that the school adheres to its own Title IX procedures and policies
  • Make strategic decisions to secure the best defense against campus misconduct charges
  • Advocate and negotiate with the school’s own attorneys behind the scenes to seek an agreeable resolution without need for a hearing.
What is "consent" under Title IX?

Definition of consent depends on the specific college or university. Likely, it will involve “affirmative consent,” which sounds redundant but is used to underscore the necessity of both parties affirming their consent to mutually agreed upon sexual activity.

This may mean such consent must be mutually understandable to both parties, must be actively and freely given, and cannot be unlimited. In other words, consent to engage in one form of sexual activity doesn’t constitute consent to engage in other forms of sexual activity.

In addition, consent cannot be ongoing in an indefinite manner. That is, consent can be withdrawn at any time. Keep in mind that, even without a refusal, a person who is drunk or unconscious cannot give consent to sexual activity.

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Attorney Andrew D. Montroy, Esq is a nationally renowned defense attorney with hundreds of Tixle IX Defense cases under his belt.

Title IX Cases Andrew D. Montroy Has Handled:

  1. Student charged with both disciplinary and serious criminal offenses including felonies for an incident that took place at an off-campus student apartment. Mr. Montroy was hired to represent client for both matters. He was successful in achieving a serious reduction in criminal charges as well as advise client throughout the disciplinary process. The student avoided being expelled from the institution after a lengthy disciplinary hearing.
  2. College level student charged with disciplinary infractions as a result of alleged bullying conduct with a roommate. Mr. Montroy prepared the student throughout the disciplinary process including the testimony that occurred in the hearing. Panel found in favor of the student that the charges were unfounded and against the roommate making the allegations.
  3. High school Student charged with a juvenile offense as well as disciplinary charges for bringing weapon onto school property. Mr. Montroy was successful in presenting mitigation that ultimately led to the prosecution offering a diversionary program allowing the matter to be dismissed and expunged from the juvenile’s record. Mr. Montroy appeared with the student before a high school disciplinary board. Ultimately, the student was not expelled from the school and the punishment was reduced to a suspension.

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