Make Sure Your Colorado College Treats You Fairly
If you have been accused of violating Title IX, you must take action to protect your rights. Colleges and universities frequently take harsh disciplinary actions against students who are involved in Title IX violations, including suspension and expulsion. You deserve due process, and you deserve to continue your college education.
At Kishinevsky & Raykin, Attorneys at Law, we have spent more than a decade defending the rights of students who are accused of violating Title IX or committing other infractions. Our education attorneys can help ensure that your school treats you fairly before, during and after disciplinary proceedings. We can work to clear your name and preserve your promising future.
What Is Title IX?
Enacted in 1972, Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in college academic and athletic programs. While the law’s definition is broad, Title IX protections encompass actions, including:
- Gender-based bullying
- Sexually inappropriate remarks or jokes
- Derogatory social media content
- Sexual harassment
- Sexual assault
Any college or university that receives federal funding must appropriately respond to violations of Title IX or risk losing funding.
Strong Defense In Title IX Actions
We have represented students in postsecondary institutions throughout Colorado in investigations, hearings and disciplinary processes. Our lawyers are familiar with how specific schools handle Title IX violations and know how to work with your school to obtain the outcome you need.
FAQs About Defense Against Title IX Accusations
Title IX violations can be overwhelming for Colorado students. You may have questions about your rights and the investigatory process. Below, we have addressed some of the most common questions about Aurora Title IX violations, investigations and appeals.
What specific rights are entitled to someone accused under Title IX?
Anyone accused under Title IX has the right to procedural fairness throughout the investigation and disciplinary process. This includes:
- The right to an attorney: You have a right to legal representation throughout the process.
- The right to cross-examine witnesses: You are entitled to question the evidence brought against you.
- Access to evidence: Evidence should not be kept from you. You are entitled to access evidence prior to your hearings. This includes any new evidence that comes to light during the investigation.
Our Colorado Title IX lawyers can assert these rights and guide you at every stage of your defense against Title IX accusations.
How does the process of a Title IX investigation work?
A Title IX investigation generally follows these steps:
- Filing a complaint: The process begins when a formal complaint is submitted.
- Notification: Both parties are notified of the allegations and that an investigation is underway.
- Evidence collection: Investigators gather evidence, conduct interviews and review relevant documentation.
- Hearing: A live hearing allows both sides to present their case and respond to evidence.
- Decision: Based on the findings, a determination of responsibility is made.
The length of the investigation can vary but typically takes 60 to 90 days.
How does one appeal a Title IX disciplinary decision, and what is the timeline?
If you disagree with the outcome of a Title IX disciplinary decision, you have the right to appeal. Grounds for appeal may include:
- Procedural errors affecting the outcome.
- New evidence coming to light that was not available during the investigation.
- Credible evidence of bias from the decision-makers.
The timeline for filing an appeal is short, and appeals must be lodged within five and 10 days of the ruling. Our Colorado Title IX lawyers can help you meet these deadlines and protect your rights.
Contact Us Today With Your Colorado Title IX Concerns
Let us focus on your case so that you can concentrate on academics and your future. To discuss your case with us, contact our office in Aurora for a consultation. You can reach us online or call 720-863-4256.