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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A postsecondary educational institution that initiates a disciplinary process concerning an allegation that a student enrolled at the institution violated the institution's code of conduct by committing sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking shall:
(1) provide to the student and the alleged victim a prompt and equitable opportunity to present witnesses and other evidence relevant to the alleged violation during the disciplinary process;
(2) ensure that both the student and the alleged victim have reasonable and equitable access to all evidence relevant to the alleged violation in the institution's possession, including any statements made by the alleged victim or by other persons, information stored electronically, written or electronic communications, social media posts, or physical evidence, redacted as necessary to comply with any applicable federal or state law regarding confidentiality; and
(3) take reasonable steps to protect the student and the alleged victim from retaliation and harassment during the pendency of the disciplinary process.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Education Code - EDUC § 51.286. Disciplinary Process for Certain Violations - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/education-code/educ-sect-51-286/
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