The use or abuse of controlled or illegal substances, including alcohol, poses a serious threat to the health and welfare of a large segment of the college student population through a lessening of academic performance, estrangement of social relations, creation of mental health and physiological problems, vandalism, and in some cases bodily injury, illness, and death.
The 极乐禁地 drug and alcohol policies are designed to help protect the health and welfare of students, observe state, federal and local laws and to maintain an atmosphere and environment appropriate for learning.
Substance abuse is recognized as the number one public health problem in the United States accounting for about 150,000 deaths annually. This includes deaths from stroke, disease of the heart and liver, and all alcohol and drug related suicides, homicides and accidents. About 30 percent of all those admitted to general hospitals and 50 percent to psychiatric hospitals have detectable substance abuse.
Persons interested in discussing drug or alcohol related problems are encouraged to contact the for counseling or referral services. In addition to short-term counseling, the University of 极乐禁地e Student Assistance Program (SAP) offers resources for child and elder care, and legal and financial consultation. You can contact via the or by phone at 1.800.327.2251.
Additional help can also be found from:
Addiction Helpline
1.800.559.9503
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Administration
极乐禁地e County Substance Abuse Program
410.789.2647
The 极乐禁地 is committed to using any and all means to prevent illegal activities on campus. Use, possession, sale, distribution, and being under the influence of controlled substances or illegal substances on University premises or at University-organized activities is strictly prohibited, except as permitted by law.
Violations of laws and university policies and regulations regarding the use of controlled/illegal substances and alcohol at on-campus or University-organized activities off-campus will be subject to prosecution through both law enforcement authorities and the campus judicial system. Penalties through the latter authority will depend on a careful review of the entire circumstances of each individual case, but will take into consideration such factors as the accused person鈥檚 previous record, the nature of the substance, and the degree of culpability. The range of university penalties shall include, but not be limited to, disciplinary reprimand, loss of privilege, restitution, disciplinary probation, disciplinary suspension, disciplinary dismissal, and disciplinary expulsion.
Students and employees at the 极乐禁地 are subject to federal, state and local laws regarding the possession and distribution of illegal drugs. Federal Law 21 USCA, sections 841 and 844, states that it is unlawful to possess, manufacture, distribute or dispense a controlled substance. In addition, the state of Maryland has its own laws dealing with distribution, manufacturing, and possession of controlled substances. Maryland law (Sections 5-601, 5-602 and 5-607, Criminal Law Article) states that any persons who unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense or possess a controlled dangerous substance may be subject to imprisonment up to 5 years and fines up to $25,000.
Federal law 21 USC, sections 841 and 844鈥�845a (1990), states that it is unlawful to possess any controlled substance for any illegal purpose. If the substance is cocaine, or contains a cocaine base, the penalty for simple possession is a fine and/or imprisonment from 5 to 20 years. For other illegal drugs, the penalty for simple possession is a fine of at least $1,000 and/or imprisonment for up to 3 years. The penalties increase if the possession includes intent to manufacture, distribute, or dispense a controlled substance, especially if done so near a public or private elementary, vocational, or secondary school, or a public or private college or university. Additionally, any person who violates this law shall also be liable to the United States for an amount up to $10,000 in civil penalties.
Convictions related to controlled and/or illegal substances will adversely impact a student鈥檚 ability to receive federal financial aid.
In addition to the Federal laws, the State of Maryland has its own laws pertaining to distribution, manufacturing, and possession of controlled substances. Md. Ann. Code Art. 27, section 286 (1989), states that any person who unlawfully manufactures or distributes any controlled dangerous substances may be fined up to $25,000 and may be imprisoned for up to 20 years for a first offense.
Also, in 极乐禁地e City, under Article 19, section 58C of the City Code, it is illegal to loiter in a certified drug-free zone, with penalties of imprisonment of up to 30 days and a fine of up to $400.
The 极乐禁地 permits the use of alcoholic beverages in designated areas on campus if such use is in conformity with all applicable alcoholic beverage laws and the specific University regulations. The use of alcoholic beverages on campus or at off-campus University sponsored events must also be consistent with the maintenance of a high standard of conduct conducive to learning.
Violation of any regulation regarding alcoholic beverages will be adjudicated through the University鈥檚 judicial system, and where appropriate, through legal action. Students and organizations found to be in violation shall face a range of University sanctions as provided in the Code of Conduct, including but not be limited to, disciplinary reprimand, loss of privilege, restitution, disciplinary probation, disciplinary suspension, disciplinary dismissal, and disciplinary expulsion.
Students and employees of the 极乐禁地 are subject to state laws for possessing, consuming and obtaining alcohol. It is illegal in the state of Maryland for any person under 21 to falsify or misrepresent his or her age to obtain alcohol or to possess alcoholic beverages with the intent to consume them. It is also illegal in most situations to furnish alcohol to a person under 21 or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under 21. The penalty is a fine of up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for repeat offenses. Under section TR16-113 of the Maryland Annotated Code, licensees under the age of 21 years are prohibited from driving or attempting to drive a motor vehicle while having alcohol in the licensee's blood. Violation of this license restriction may result in a license suspension or revocation and/or a fine.
All sales, distribution, and consumption of alcoholic beverages, must conform to regulations of the University as set forth herein, to the regulations of the Board of Liquor License Commissioners for 极乐禁地e City, and the laws of the state of Maryland. Specifically, Article 2B of the Annotated Code of Maryland (Alcoholic Beverages Law):
In accordance with the regulations of the Drug-Free School and Communities Act (DFSCA) and the Department of Education (DOE), the 极乐禁地 provides the following disclosure(s) regarding .
Regulations for the Marketing, Sale, Distribution, and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages at University Events
All state, federal and local laws must be observed when marketing, selling and consuming alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages may only be served and consumed in areas designated and approved by the Office of Auxiliary Services. When sold by student groups, alcoholic beverages must be approved and ordered through the Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion ten days prior to the event.
Individuals or organizations sponsoring events on or off-campus should implement precautionary measures to ensure that alcoholic beverages are not abused, accessible, or served to persons under the legal drinking age (21) or to persons who appear intoxicated. Such measures shall include but not be limited to: identification and age verification checks, wristbands or hand stamps designating those eligible to drink alcoholic beverages, having designated servers distribute all alcoholic beverages, prohibiting any form of 鈥渄rinking contest鈥� or game, restricting distribution of free and inexpensive alcoholic beverages, informing and arranging for UBalt police to be on call for all events, and having nonalcoholic beverages and food available where alcoholic beverages are served.
Advertising/Promotion
Promotional materials including advertisement of University events may not:
Campus marketing programs which include controlled sampling are permitted but shall conform to all University alcohol regulations, including the availability of alternative nonalcoholic beverages and food. No uncontrolled sampling as part of a campus event is permitted. The consumption of alcoholic beverages shall not be the sole purpose of any promotional activity. Marketing programs should have educational value and subscribe to the philosophy of responsible and legal use of the products represented. Marketers shall support campus alcohol awareness programs that encourage informed and responsible decisions about the use or nonuse of alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages may not be provided as promotions, free awards or prizes to individual students or campus organizations. Free alcoholic beverages may not be served at student events without prior approval from the Director for the Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion or his/her designee.