Iin accordance with N.C.G.S. 116-40.11 and the UUNC System Policy Manual 700.4.1[R], for allegations of misconduct received by the University on or after August 23, 2013, any student or student organization accused of violations outlined in section II.C. of Student Code of Conduct (or previously the Instrument) may be represented, at their own expense, by a licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate of their own choosing.
This provision shall not apply to allegations of academic misconduct.
Students or student organizations that choose to have a licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate participate in a conduct proceeding, must have a Notice of Attorney or Non-Attorney Advocate Form and FERPA consent form on file with Student Conduct. This notice must specify (a) the identity of the licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate; (b) whether the individual is a licensed attorney or a non-attorney advocate; and (c) current contact information (e.g., address, email, and phone) for the attorney or non-attorney advocate. (d) affirming that the Attorney or Non-Attorney Advocate certifies they read and understood the respective policies. In addition, the student or student organization must complete and submit a written authorization that meets the requirements of a valid consent as specified by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974.
A student or student organization that chooses to be represented at any hearing by a licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate may also be assigned a trained student advisor to serve in an advisory capacity. However, unless otherwise provided in the Student Conduct Procedures and in accordance with the provisions listed above, the student or student organization may be accompanied to the hearing by one individual.
Forms Required for Attorney or Non-Attorney Advocate