Policy Approval Authority | President |
Responsible Division | Human Resources Services |
Responsible Officer(s) | Chief Human Resources Officer |
Contact Person | John Acardo |
Primary Audience |
Faculty
Staff Student |
Status | Active |
Last Review Date | 02-03-2020 |
Policy Category/Categories |
Human Resources / Employment
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The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, as well as the policies of Northern Illinois University prohibit the unlawful possession, use, and/or distribution of controlled substances and alcohol on university property, or in association with any university-related activities.
As an institution of higher education, Northern Illinois University is dedicated to maintaining an environment in which students can achieve their academic, personal, and professional ambitions. The possession or use of illegal drugs, as well as the use or abuse of legal drugs such as alcohol seriously undermines the goals of the University, as well as the goals of our students and staff. To mitigate the impact of drug and narcotic use, the University will enforce and follow all relevant local, state, and federal laws; as well as University policies, including:
Northern Illinois University will impose disciplinary sanctions on students and staff consistent with local, state, and federal laws. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to, academic suspensions or expulsions for students, and termination of employment for staff members. When appropriate Northern Illinois University will also refer cases for criminal prosecution; or refer students and staff members to a rehabilitation program as a condition of an administrative sanction.
This policy will be reviewed no less than on a biennial basis in an effort to determine the effectiveness of the policy and implement any needed changes; and to ensure that the sanctions imposed for violations of this policy are consistently and fairly enforced.
Northern Illinois University encourages students and staff to voluntarily obtain assistance for dependency or abuse problems before such conduct results in personal, professional, or educational harm. Assistance for students and staff of NIU is available from a wide range of resources, some of which are listed below. Northern Illinois University does not endorse any particular off-campus provider, and invites individuals seeking assistance to utilize the local yellow pages for additional providers.
Service | Phone Number |
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All Emergencies | 911 |
NIU Police & Public Safety – Non-Emergency | 815-753-1212 |
DeKalb Police Department | 815-748-8400 |
NIU Employee Assistance Program (For Staff) | 815-753-9191 |
RecWell (For Students) | 815-753-0231 |
KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services (Off-Campus Resource) | 815-756-4875 |
Alcoholics Anonymous | 800-452-7990 |
Northern Illinois University may impose disciplinary sanctions upon any student or employee who is found to be in violation of laws or policies relating to the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol. Common sanctions imposed on students or employees for violations of this policy can be found below. Northern Illinois University may use, but is not limited to, any one or combination of the below listed sanctions.
In addition to the measures outlined above, as a condition of employment, an employee directly engaged in work pursuant to a federal grant or contract must abide by the terms of this policy, and must notify the university no later than five days after any criminal drug statute conviction, if the criminal act upon which the conviction is based occurred upon property owned, operated, or controlled by the university. Each employee engaged in the performance of a federal grant or contract shall be given a copy of this policy notification. The university will notify the granting or contracting agency within ten days after receiving notice from a covered employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such convictions.
Referral for action under the Student Code of Conduct (including the possibility of expulsion or suspension).
Violation | First Time Offender | Second Time Offender | Third Time Offender |
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Northern Illinois University wishes to inform students that the below listed sanctions may be imposed on a student for violations of the student conduct code. More than one sanction may be imposed for a single offense. This list is non-exhaustive, and subject to the determination of appropriate Administrative Hearing Officer or Conduct Board.
Excerpted from 235 ILCS 5/6-20
In Illinois, it is a violation of the law, and a Class A misdemeanor to:
Excerpted from 625 ILCS 5/11-501
Driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs can lead not only to a loss of life or health, but also cause monetary damages and imprisonment. It is a violation of the law which can lead to:
Students and staff should be aware that repeat offenses, as well as violators being under 21, are examples of scenarios where more severe punishments may be imposed for violations of the law.
Possession - Excerpted from 720 ILCS 550/4
It is a violation of the law in Illinois to possess cannabis, which can lead to the below listed charges for first-time offenses:
Amount | Charge |
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Less than 10 grams | Civil law violation |
10-30 grams | Class B Misdemeanor |
30-100 grams | Class A Misdemeanor |
100-500 grams | Class 4 Felony |
500-2000 grams | Class 3 Felony |
2000-5000 grams | Class 2 Felony |
5000+ grams | Class 1 Felony |
Sale or Delivery – Excerpted from 720 ILCS 550/5
Manufacturing, delivering, possessing with the intent to deliver, or selling cannabis is a violation of Illinois law, which can lead to the below listed charges for first-time offenses:
Amount | Charge |
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Less than 2.5 grams | Class B Misdemeanor |
2.5-10 grams | Class A Misdemeanor |
10-30 grams | Class 4 Felony |
30-500 grams | Class 3 Felony |
500-2000 grams | Class 2 Felony |
2000-5000 grams | Class 1 Felony |
5000+ grams | Class X Felony |
Manufacture or Delivery (720 Illinois Compiled Statutes 570/401) | Possession (720 ILCS 570/402) | |||||
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Illegal Drugs | 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 |
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Heroin | 15 grams or more | 10-14 grams | 10 grams or less | 15 grams or more | less than 15 grams | |
Cocaine | 15 grams or more | 1-14 grams | 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 | 50 grams or less | 200 grams or more | less than 200 grams | |
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 | 11 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 |
Students who are convicted of any offense under any Federal or State law, which involved the possession or sale of a controlled substance, for conduct that occurred during a period of enrollment for which the student was receiving any grant, loan, or work assistance from the Federal government, shall be ineligible for aid for
Possession | Ineligibility Period | Sale | Ineligibility Period |
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First offense | 1 Year | First Offense | 2 Years |
Second offense | 2 Years | Second Offense | Indefinite |
Third offense | Indefinite |
Students and staff should be aware that a person convicted of a federal drug offense punishable by more than one year in prison shall forfeit to the United States any real property, tangible property and intangible property related to the conviction; including but not limited to: houses, cars, and other personal belongings.
The following are guidelines for federal sentencing for selling, manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with the intent to distribute, the below listed drugs; for first time offenses which do not result in the death or bodily injury of another person.
Penalty | Heroin | Cocaine | Cocaine Base (Crack) | PCP | LSD | Acetanilide | Marijuana | Methamphetamine |
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10 Years – Life in Prison & up to $10,000,000 Fine | 1 kg or more | 5 kg or more | 280 grams or more | 100 grams or more | 10 grams or more | 400 grams or more | 1000 kg or more; or 1000 or more plants | 50 grams or more; or 500 grams or more of a mixture or substance containing methamphetamine |
5-40 Years in Prison & up to $5,000,000 fine | 100 grams or more | 500 grams or more | 28 grams or more | 10 grams or more | 1 gram or more | 40 grams or more | 100 kg or more; or 100 or more plants | 5 grams or more; or 50 grams or more of a mixture of substance containing methamphetamine |
Federal law prohibits the possession of a controlled substance which was not obtained directly pursuant to a valid prescription or order. This includes illegal drugs, as well as drugs which would be legal if taken by someone holding a valid prescription for their use. Violations of federal drug possession laws have the possibility of up to one year in prison, and up to $10,000 fines for the first offense.
Substance | Nicknames/Slang Terms | Short Term Effects | Risks/Long Term Effects |
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Alcohol | slurred speech, drowsiness, headaches, impaired judgment, decreased perception and coordination, distorted vision and hearing , vomiting, breathing difficulties, unconsciousness, coma, blackouts | toxic psychosis, neurological and liver damage, fetal alcohol syndrome, vitamin B1 deficiency, sexual problems, cancer, physical dependence | |
Amphetamines | uppers, speed, meth, crack, crystal, ice, pep pills | increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, dry mouth, loss of appetite, restlessness, irritability, anxiety | delusions, hallucinations, heart problems, hypertension, irritability, insomnia, toxic psychosis, physical dependence |
Barbiturates and Tranquilizers | barbs, bluebirds, blues, yellow jackets, red devils, roofies, rohypnol, ruffies, tranqs, mickey, flying v's | slurred speech, muscle relaxation, dizziness, decreased motor control | severe withdrawal symptoms, possible convulsions, toxic psychosis, depression, physical dependence |
Cocaine | coke, cracks, snow, powder, blow, rock | loss of appetite increased blood pressure and heart rate, contracted blood vessels, nausea, hyper-stimulation anxiety, paranoia, increased hostility Increased rate of breathing, muscle spasms and convulsions. dilated pupils disturbed sleep | depression, weight loss, high blood pressure, seizure, heart attack, stroke, hypertension, hallucinations, psychosis, chronic cough, nasal passage injury, kidney, liver and lung damage, physical dependence |
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate | GHB, liquid B, liquid X, liquid ecstasy, G, georgia homeboy, grievous bodily harm | euphoria, decreased inhibitions, drowsiness, sleep, decreased body temperature, decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure | memory loss, depression, severe withdrawal symptoms, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
Ketamine | K, super K, special K | dream-like states, hallucinations, impaired attention and memory, delirium, impaired motor function, high blood pressure, depression | Urinary tract and bladder problems, abdominal pain, major convulsions, muscle rigidity , increased confusion, increased depression, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
LSD | acid, stamps, dots, blotter, A-bombs | dilated pupils, change in body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate, sweating, chills, loss of appetite, decreased sleep, tremors, changes in visual acuity, mood changes | may intensify existing psychosis, panic reactions, can interfere with psychological adjustment and social functioning, insomnia, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
MDMA | ecstasy, XTC, adam, X, rolls, pills | impaired judgment, confusion, confusion, blurred vision, teeth clenching, depression, anxiety, paranoia, sleep problems, muscle tension | may intensify existing psychosis, panic reactions, can interfere with psychological adjustment and social functioning, insomnia, physical dependence, psychological dependence sleeplessness, nausea, confusion, increased blood pressure, sweating , depression, anxiety, memory loss kidney failure, cardiovascular problems, convulsions death, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
Marijuana/Cannabis | pot, grass, dope, weed, joint, bud, reefer, doobie, roach | sensory distortion, poor coordination of movement slowed reaction time, panic, anxiety | bronchitis, conjunctivas, lethargy, shortened attention span, suppressed immune system, personality changes, cancer, psychological dependence, physical dependence possible for some |
Mescaline | peyote cactus | nausea, vomiting, anxiety, delirium, hallucinations, increased heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature | lasting physical and mental trauma, intensified existing psychosis, psychological dependence |
Morphine/Opiates (Includes Heroin) | M, morf, duramorph, Miss Emma, monkey, roxanol, white stuff, H | euphoria, increased body temperature, dry mouth, “heavy” feeling in arms and legs | constipation, loss of appetite collapsed veins, heart infections, liver disease, depressed respiration, pneumonia and other pulmonary complications, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
PCP | crystal, tea, angel dust, embalming fluid, killer weed, rocket fuel, supergrass, wack, ozone | shallow breathing, flushing, profuse sweating, numbness in arms and legs, decreased muscular coordination, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, delusions, paranoia, disordered thinking | memory loss, difficulties with speech and thinking, depression, weight loss, psychotic behavior, violent acts, psychosis, physical dependence, psychological dependence |
Psilcoybin | mushrooms, magic mushrooms, shrooms, caps, psilocybin & psilocyn | nausea, distorted perceptions, nervousness, paranoia | confusion, memory loss, shortened attention span, flashbacks may intensify existing psychosis |
Steroids | roids, juice | increased lean muscle mass, increased strength, acne, oily skin, excess hair growth, high blood pressure | Cholesterol imbalance, anger management problems, masculinization or women, breast enlargement in men, premature fusion of long bones preventing attainment of normal height, atrophy of reproductive organs, impotence, reduced fertility, stroke, hypertension, congestive heart failure, liver damage, psychological dependence |
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