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D Evidentiary Exclusions

Unless the Decision-maker determines it is appropriate, the investigation and the Finding do not consider: (1) incidents not directly related to the possible violation(s), unless they evidence a pattern; (2) the irrelevant sexual behavior of the Parties (though there may be a limited exception made with regard to the sexual behavior between the Parties); (3) irrelevant character evidence.

 

Although the Respondent’s previous conduct violations (if any) are not generally admissible as information supporting the current allegation(s), the Investigator(s) may supply the Decision-maker with information about previous good faith allegations and/or findings when that information suggests potential pattern and/or predatory conduct.

 

The University uses a progressive discipline system, thus previous disciplinary action of any kind involving the Respondent may be considered in determining the appropriate sanction(s).

 

Character witnesses or evidence may be offered. The Decision-maker will determine if the character evidence is relevant. If so, it may be considered. If not, it will be excluded.

 

A party or witness’s records that are made or maintained by a physician, psychologist, or psychiatrist are inadmissible unless the party or witness provides voluntary, written consent for the records to be considered.