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Appendix C
Alcohol
and Other Drugs Prevention Program and Policies AIDS AWARENESS AND EDUCATION Green River Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy educational environment and to providing education and information about the transmission and prevention of chronic, communicable diseases such as Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Consistent with existing law and in the interest of all concerned, the college takes appropriate measures to ensure a safe environment through educational services. At GRCC, AIDS education information is available in the Health and Wellness Office. Alcohol and Other Drugs Prevention Program and Policies Green River Community College values the wellness of all members of the college community, which includes students, faculty, staff and administrators. Consequently, the college views substance abuse as detracting from the health and productivity of the individual and the college community. In keeping with Green River’s mission statement “to provide knowledge, technology and skills that all persons may seek to advance their lives,” the college is obliged to promote health and well-being. The college views alcohol and other drug abuse as a treatable illness. As with other illnesses, we can support the efforts of those seeking assistance and improve our environment in a way that sets an example for others. Green River will assist the education of its students and employees on the use and effects of alcohol and other drugs as part of its prevention program. The college values early intervention for students and employees who are affected by substance use. Furthermore, the college is committed to assisting students and employees to seek appropriate avenues of assessment and treatment for substance abuse. Green River’s Counseling and Health Services provide education, early intervention and treatment referral services. The Green River Community College Alcohol and Other Drugs Prevention Program and Policies apply to all students taking one or more classes and all employees, including faculty, staff and administrators. This information will be distributed annually in writing and, in line with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act and Drug Free Workplace Act, will include the following: 1. Standards of conduct that prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by employees and students on its property or as a part of any of its activities. 2. A description of the applicable legal sanctions under the law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. 3. A description of the health risks associated with the use and abuse of all drugs and alcohol. 4. A description of counseling, treatment, rehabilitation or re-entry programs that are available to employees and students. 5. A statement and description of disciplinary sanctions that will be imposed upon employees and students consistent with all laws.
Standards of
Conduct A student will be subject to disciplinary action or sanction upon violation of any of the following conduct violations: 1) Possession, use, or distribution on campus of any controlled substance as defined by the laws of the United States or the state of Washington, except as permitted by law; 2) Violation of the college policy on alcoholic beverages, which states: “Any student who, while in any college facility or participating in a college-related program, uses, possesses, consumes, is demonstrably under the influence of, or sells any liquor as defined in RCW 66.04.010, in violation of law or in a manner which significantly disrupts a college activity, shall be subject to discipline.” Proscribed Employee Conduct Green River Community College intends to provide a drug-free work environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform his/her assigned duties. Therefore, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance (or alcohol) in and on GRCC owned and controlled property, or while conducting college business, is prohibited. GRCC Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy and Prevention Program To help create a safe, productive work environment and a healthy, effective educational experience, we are publishing and information for all Green River Community College students, faculty, and staff. Your careful attention to this information will help us comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and amendments to the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989. We want to inform all Green River Community College students and employees of: The human cost, including health risks of alcohol and other drug abuse on our college and working careers, our families, and ourselves. The college’s policies on abuse of alcohol and other drugs on the campus and in the workplace.
A description of laws regarding illegal
possession of distribution Resources available at GRCC and in our community to help individuals recover from addiction to alcohol or other drugs. GRCC Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Prevention Program The AOD Prevention Program at GRCC, coordinated through Health and Counseling Services, has been designed to provide and support programs and services that respond to the needs and empower the wellness of all members of the college community. The program includes a continuum of services.
1. Prevention/Education—increase
awareness, knowledge, 2. Policy and Procedures—review and revise college policies and procedures regarding alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and abuse, to ensure fair and consistent implementation supportive of the mission of the college as well as federal, state and local guidelines. 3. Resources A. Consultation—provides all members of the GRCC community with the opportunity for a free and confidential consultation about their use/abuse of alcohol or other drugs. B. Referral to counseling/treatment—where indicated following a consultation, students, staff, and faculty will be assisted in finding appropriate services which are designed to help a person stop abusing alcohol or other drugs. C. Referral to Self-help and Support Groups—to support ongoing progress of individuals working on their recovery program, linkages with 12-step groups will be maintained to facilitate quick entry into a group.
Should you have any questions or would like
more information Health Risks of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse The following is a brief summary of information regarding the health risks associated with the abuse of alcohol and the use of illicit drugs. There are several sources of additional information on campus, including Counseling Services, Health Services and Women’s Programs. Educational programs are offered throughout the year and the library and Instructional Media Center also contain titles in this area. Alcohol—beer, wine, liquor. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: muscle relaxation, impaired motor control, memory and judgment, depression, intoxication. Common Complications: severe impairment of all physical and mental functions, risk of choking or injury from falls or accidents, loss of consciousness, respiratory failure, coma, death due to anesthesia of brain centers controlling breathing and heart rate. Cannabis—marijuana, hashish, hashish oil.Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: altered sense of time and visual perception, euphoria, memory interference, reduced coordination and reflex response capacity. Common Complications: fatigue, reactions ranging from mild anxiety to panic and paranoia, confusion, disorientation, hallucinations and distortion of sense perceptions. Sedatives—barbiturates, tranquilizers, methaqualone, other depressants. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: drowsiness, slurred speech, disorientation, impaired motor coordination. Common Complications: shallow respiration, weak and rapid pulse, coma, possible death from depression of central nervous system functions.
Hallucinogens—LSD—acid,
psilocybin, peyote, mescaline, Narcotics—heroin, codeine, opium, morphine, Percodan, Percocet, Fentanyl. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: euphoria, drowsiness, nausea, respiratory depression. Common Complications: shallow and slow breathing, dizziness, vomiting, sweating, convulsions, coma, and possible death. Steroids—anabolic steroids. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: acne, aggressive behavior, anger management problems, cholesterol imbalance, impotence, psychosis. Common Complications: aggressive behavior, psychosis, reduced fertility, stroke, liver damage, increased cancer risk. Stimulants—cocaine, crack, speed, amphetamines. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: increased alertness, increased pulse and blood pressure, euphoria, pupil dilation, insomnia, loss of appetite. Common Complications: agitation, irritability, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, depression, seizure, convulsions, tactile or visual hallucinations, possible death. Nicotine—cigarette, cigar, pipe smoking, chewing tobacco. Dependence Potential: yes. Possible Effects: increased heart rate and blood pressure, irritation of the eyes, nose and respiratory tract, shortness of breath, decreased sensitivity of taste buds, depression. Common Complications: increased risk of: heart attack, cardiovascular disease, mouth, throat and lung cancer, and other pulmonary disease. Information About Moderate Drinking If you are making a choice to drink alcoholic beverages, there are some strategies to consider adopting that will lessen the chance of a negative consequence occurring. You are encouraged to:
Standards of Conduct Proscribed Student Conduct A student will be subject to disciplinary action or sanction upon violation of any of the following conduct violations: 1) Possession, use, or distribution on campus of any controlled substance as defined by the laws of the United States or the state of Washington, except as permitted by law; 2) Violation of the college policy on alcoholic beverages, which states: “Any student who, while in any college facility or participating in a college-related program, uses, possesses, consumes, is demonstrably under the influence of, or sells any liquor as defined in RCW 66.04.010, in violation of law or in a manner which significantly disrupts a college activity, shall be subject to discipline.” Proscribed Employee Conduct Green River Community College provides a drug-free work environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform his/her assigned duties. Therefore, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance (or alcohol) in and on GRCC owned and controlled property, or while conducting college business, is prohibited. Disciplinary Sanctions StudentsOfficial college action will be taken when violation of state law or college policy regarding alcohol and other illicit drugs occur. Initiation and types of non-academic discipline are described on pages, 36–39. Employees Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action being taken in accordance with the Higher Education Personnel Board rules, bargaining unit agreements, tenure laws, or referral for prosecution. Violation will be reason for discipline, up to and including termination of employment, or for the employee to be required to participate in evaluation and treatment for a substance use disorder. Applicable Legal Sanctions A description of the applicable legal sanctions for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol can be found below.
Washington State Drug Laws Prohibits operating motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicating liquor or any drug. Discusses penalties and Alcohol Information School. RCW 46.61.517 Refusal to Take Alcohol Test Refusal to take an alcohol test is admissible in a court of law. RCW 66.24.481 Public Place or Club No public place may keep liquor or permit its consumption unless authorized by a state banquet permit. RCW 66.44.100 Opening or Consuming Liquor in Public Place Prohibits consuming liquor in a public place. RCW 66.44.200 Sales to Persons Apparently Under the Influence of Liquor Prohibits the sale of any alcohol to a person apparently under the influence of liquor. RCW 66.44.270 Furnishing Liquor to Minors— Possession, Use Prohibits the sale or supply of liquor to a minor, and prohibits anyone from permitting a minor to consume liquor on premises under that person’s control. Prohibits minors from possessing, consuming, or otherwise acquiring any liquor. (At the University, it is also contrary to the alcohol policy to furnish or permit alcohol to be served to persons who are intoxicated.) RCW 66.44.290 & 291 Minors Purchasing
Prohibits anyone under age 21 from purchasing
or attempting RCW 66.44.310 Misrepresenting Age Prohibits using a false identification card or misrepresenting your age. RCW 66.44.320 Sale to a Minor Prohibits the sale of alcohol to anyone under age 21. RCW 66.44.325 & 328 False Identification Prohibits the use and manufacture of false ID cards. RCW 66.44.370 Resisting Arrest
Prohibits anyone from resisting arrest by a
law enforcement RCW 69.41.340 Steroid Use by Student Athletes Prohibits the use of steroids by student athletes. Announces loss of eligibility for use. RCW 69.50.401 Prohibited Acts: A - Penalties Prohibits the manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance. Any person in violation with respect to: (i) a Schedule I or II narcotic, is guilty of a crime and upon conviction may be imprisoned for up to 10 years. If the crime involved less than two kilograms of the drug, fined up to $25,000; or if the crime involved two or more kilograms of the drug, then fined up to $100,000 for the first two kilograms and up to $50 for each additional gram. The sentence may include both imprisonment and fine. (ii) any other Schedule I, II, III substance is guilty of a crime and may be imprisoned for up to five years, fined up to $10,000 or both. Nor may anyone be in possession of a controlled substance unless it was obtained through a valid prescription of a practitioner. Any person found guilty of possession of 40 grams of less of marijuana shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. RCW 69.50.406 Distribution to Persons Under Age 18 Anyone 18 years of age or over who distributes a controlled substance that is a narcotic drug to a person under 18 is punishable by the fine and/or imprisonment of up to twice that authorized by RCW 69.50.401 (a) (1) (i). RCW 69.50.408 Second Subsequent Offenses Second or subsequent offenses are punishable by twice the imprisonment and/or fine that is otherwise authorized. RCW 69.50.410 Prohibited Acts: D - Penalties Prohibits the sale for profit any controlled substance or counterfeit substance. Any person convicted of this subsection shall receive a sentence of up to five years in prison for the first offense, or a mandatory sentence of five years in prison for a subsequent offense and no judge may suspend or defer the second sentence. Violation of this subsection by selling heroin is punishable by a mandatory sentence of two years in prison and no judge of any court shall suspend or defer the sentence. Any person convicted on a second or subsequent sale of heroin shall receive a mandatory sentence of 10 years in prison and no judge shall suspend or defer the second sentence. In addition to the sentences provided, any person convicted of a violation of this subsection shall be fined in an amount calculated to at least elimination and all proceeds of profits gained by such person as a result of sales of controlled substances, up to the amount of $500,000 on each count. RCW 69.50.412 Prohibited Acts: E - Penalties
Prohibits the use of drug paraphernalia to
plant, grow, harvest, manufacture, produce, prepare, test, store, or
introduce into the human body a controlled substance is guilty of a
misdemeanor. Prohibits the delivery, possession RCW 69.50.420 Violations—Juvenile Driving Privileges If a juvenile between 13 and 21 is convicted of a violation of this chapter, the court shall notify the Department of Licensing within 24 hours after the entry of the judgment. RCW 69.50.430 Additional Fine for Certain Felony Violations Every person convicted of possessing, delivering, manufacture, or selling a controlled substance shall, for a first offense, be fined $1,000 in addition to any other fine or penalty imposed. Persons found guilty of a second or subsequent offense shall receive a mandatory $2,000 fine. Unless the court finds the person to be indigent, this additional fine shall not be suspended or deferred by the court.
Note: A person convicted of a misdemeanor
shall, for a first offense, be imprisoned for not less that 224
consecutive RCW 69.52.030 Imitation Substances Prohibits the sale or misrepresentation of a substance as an illicit drug. Sanctions for possession and trafficking of controlled substances: 21 U.S.C. 844 (a) First conviction: Up to 1 year imprisonment and/or a $1,000 to $100,000 fine. Subsequent convictions: 15 days to 3 years in prison and/or a $2,500 to $250,000 fine. Special sentencing for crack cocaine: 5 to 20 years in prison and/or up to $250,000 fine, if: (a) first conviction and the amount of crack exceeds 5 grams: (b) second crack conviction and the amount of crack exceeds 3 grams: (c) third or subsequent conviction and the amount of crack exceeds 1 gram. 21 U.S.C. 853 (A) (2) and 881 (a) (4) and 881 (a) (7) Forfeiture and property used to possess a controlled substance if the offense is punishable by more than one year imprisonment. Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, or aircraft used to transport or conceal a controlled substance. Civil fine of up to $10,000. 21 U.S.C. 853a and 18 U.S.C. 922 (g) Denial of Federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and licenses, up to 1 year for first offense, up to 5 years for subsequent offenses. Revocation of Federal licenses and benefits, e.g. pilot licenses, public housing tenancy, etc., are within the authorities of some Federal agencies. Ineligible to receive or purchase a firearm. Washington Legal Sanctions Relating to Manufacturing, Selling, or Delivering a Controlled Substance.
Schedule l or ll Narcotic (i.e., cocaine,
heroin, opium)
Quantity: Less than two kilograms First
Offense: Imprisonment
Schedule l or ll Narcotic (i.e., cocaine,
heroin, opium)
Quantity: Two or more kilograms First Offense:
Imprisonment Any other controlled substance classified in Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V Quantity: Any First Offense: Imprisonment of not more than five years, or fine of not more than $10,000, or both. Second Offense, up to twice the prison term and fine. Sale for profit of any controlled substance classified in Schedule I Quantity: Any First Offense: Imprisonment of not more than five years, or fine of up to $500,000. Second Offense, mandatory, sentence of five years. Sale of heroin Quantity: Any First Offense: Mandatory two-year imprisonment, or fine of up to $500,000. Second Offense, mandatory, sentence of five years. Use of drug paraphernalia to plant, grow, store, inject, or otherwise insert into the human body a controlled substance Quantity: Any First Offense: Imprisonment not less than 24 hours, or fine of not less than $250. Second Offense, fine of not less than $500. Legal Sanctions Relating To Violations of Washington Alcohol Beverage Control Act Sale or supply of liquor to any person under the age of 21. First Offense: fine of not more than $500, or imprisonment for not more than two months, or both. Second Offense, imprisonment of not more than six months. Third or Subsequent Offense, imprisonment of not more than one year. Possession, consumption, or acquisition of liquor by any person under the age of 21 (Minor in Possession/MIP). First Offense: Fine of not more than $500, or imprisonment for not more than two months, or both. Second Offense, imprisonment of not more than six months. Third or Subsequent Offense, imprisonment of not more than one year. Purchase or attempted purchase of liquor by any person under the age of 21*. First Offense: Fine of not more than $500, or imprisonment for not more than two months, or both. Second Offense, imprisonment of not more than six months. Third or Subsequent Offense imprisonment of not more than one year. *For those between the ages of 18 and 21: Fine of not less than $250 and not fewer than 25 hours of community service. Counseling, Treatment, Rehabilitation or Re-entry Resources The following campus and community resources are available to employees and students. Campus and Community Resources On Campus GRCC Counseling Services (253) 833-9111 ext. 4292 Provides short-term personal counseling services to students. Short-term counseling is defined as typically five to seven 50-minute sessions and a referral to off-campus resources as appropriate. Counseling services are free and confidential within the confines of the law. GRCC Health and Wellness Office (253) 833-9111 ext. 2430 Health education programs, resources and referral information on a wide range of health-related topics. GRCC Women’s Programs (253) 833-9111 ext. 2547 A drop-in center offering support, resource library and referral information to current and prospective women students. Off Campus
Washington State Employee Advisory Service A state of Washington program offering brief counseling and referral services to any state employee or family member who has a personal problem that affects his or her job performance.
Alcoholics Anonymous/ Alanon/Alateen
Alcohol/Drug Helpline Statewide 24-hour telephone service offers crisis intervention and emotional support to persons with alcohol and other drug related problems. Information and referral to community resources.
Puget Sound Treatment Center
Cedar Hills Treatment
Sundown M Ranch Outpatient Center
Residence XII
Thunderbird Treatment Center
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