Below is a brief summary of University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility. Visit Legal Affairs for a full version of that policy.
All UNC Charlotte Students are expected to be familiar with University policies and procedures, and to conduct themselves accordingly.
University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility (“the Code”) fulfills the duty of the Chancellor to regulate matters of Student
behavior in the University community.
University Policy 407, Code of Student Academic Integrity, governs Student behavior relating to academic work. (See above.)
University Policy 501, Nondiscrimination; University Policy 502, Sexual Misconduct and Interpersonal Violence; and University Policy 504, Title IX Grievance Policy, govern behavior related to discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual or interpersonal misconduct, respectively. Any such allegations against Students are processed under those policies and not under this Code. See the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX website for more information.
All Student inquiries concerning the Code of Student Responsibility or the Code of Student Academic Integrity should be directed to the Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution (“Director”).
Philosophy and Purpose
The mission of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution is to foster a culture of integrity and personal accountability by helping students understand the impact of their choices on themselves and their community. Through fair and impartial processes, they uphold institutional standards and ensure students are heard, respected, and treated with dignity. They transform challenges into opportunities for learning, personal growth, and responsible decision-making that contribute to a more supportive campus environment.
Consistent with UNC Board of Governors Policy 700.4.2, the University is committed to providing a fair, impartial, and efficient process. All students are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner that helps enhance an environment of learning in which the rights, dignity, value, and freedom of each member of the academic community are respected.
The University works to create and sustain an environment where freedom of speech and expression are supported and honored. The University has the discretion to regulate the time, place, and manner of exercising these and other Constitutionally protected rights. In administering this Code, the University will exercise care to preserve the freedom of speech and expression for all in the campus community.
The University works to create and sustain an environment where freedom of speech and expression are supported and honored. The University has the discretion to regulate the time, place, and manner of exercising these and other Constitutionally-protected rights. In administering this Code, the University will exercise care to preserve the freedom of speech and expression for all in the campus community.
The University must balance its commitment to preserving Student rights, encouraging responsible growth and development of its Students, protecting the rights of those targeted by Student actions, and holding Students accountable for their actions. This balance is achieved through the use of a full spectrum approach that includes adjudicatory and alternative resolution options.
The purpose of this Code is to define what behavior is prohibited, Students’ rights and resolution options, and the range of outcomes that may be implemented.
Prohibited Conduct, Procedures, and Sanctions
Chapter 3 of the Code includes a list of behaviors that are prohibited by the Code, including, but not limited to, acts of harm (injury, harassment, relationship violence, etc.), weapons violations, disruption of University activities, drug violations, fire safety, misrepresentation, false identification, theft, vandalism, alcohol violations, sexual misconduct, trespassing, disorderly conduct, hazing, and retaliation. For a full explanation of all conduct prohibited under the Code, consult Chapter 3 of the Code.
Chapter 4 of the Code provides the accountability procedures. Specific procedures for adjudicating cases are detailed in the Procedures for Case Resolution supplemental to the Code.
Chapter 5 of the Code details possible outcomes imposed on Students or Student Organizations found responsible for violating the Code.
Chapter 6 of the Code provides the process for case referrals and adjudication methods.
Chapter 7 of the Code provides Conduct Procedures applicable for Formal Charge(s) adjudicated by a Hearing Panel or Administrative Hearing Officer under the Code.
Chapter 8 of the Code provides additional Conduct Procedures applicable to alleged Sexual and Interpersonal Misconduct.
Chapter 10 of the Code details possible sanctions imposed on Students or Student Organizations found responsible for violating the Code.
Chapter 11 of the Code provides information on appeals.
A full explanation of prohibited conduct, and a description of procedures used in cases where violations are alleged, including appeals processes, are found in the complete text of The Code of Student Responsibility, as it may be modified from time to time. Students are advised to contact the Office of Student Accountability and Conflict Resolution or visit legal.charlotte.edu/policies/up-406 to ensure they consult the most recent edition.