Violations of this policy will be handled by the Residence Life Office and will be forwarded to the College disciplinary system and/or prosecution by persons and agencies within the State of Idaho.

A first offense will likely lead to eviction from the Residence Halls, without a refund of any room and board fees.

1. Under federal guidelines, college officials may notify parents and/or guardians of alcohol or drug violations if the student is under the age of 21.

2. You will be held responsible for the actions of your visitors or guests. Consumption of alcohol is no rationale for disruptive behavior.

3. Civil and College authorities could become involved if your party is disruptive.

4. Lewis-Clark State College in observance of Idaho State law reserves the right for its employees (staff, RA’s, security, etc.) to check for a valid picture identification. If invalid, it will be handled by proper authorities.

5. The sale of alcoholic beverages by groups or individuals without a license is prohibited by the State of Idaho.

6. Any action, device or advertisement that promotes the irresponsible use of alcohol or promotes any individual to become excessively intoxicated (e.g. kegs, pony kegs, multiple cases, drinking games, beer bongs, etc.) are not allowed in any area of the residence halls and will be removed.

Possession, manufacture, distribution, use or sale of marijuana, drug narcotics or other controlled substances classified as illegal under Idaho law, except those taken under a doctor’s prescription is prohibited. Any student known to be possessing, using, or distributing such drugs or drug paraphernalia will be subject to immediate dismissal from residence halls and may be arrested under state and federal laws.