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Policy
It is the policy of IHD that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, use or abuse of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on the campus or property owned or controlled by IHD or as part of any activity of IHD is strictly prohibited. All employees and students are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws related to this matter. Additionally, any violation of this policy will result in disciplinary actions or sanctions as given in the Student Catalog.

Students and employees are given Drug-Free Campus Statements to read and sign for inclusion in their permanent record. Annually this policy is redistributed to all students and employees via internet, classroom postings, and bulletins.

Legal Sanctions
Various federal, state and local statutes make it unlawful to manufacture, distribute, dispense, deliver, sell or possess with intent to manufacture, distribute, dispense, deliver or sell, controlled substances. The penalty imposed depends upon many factors which include the type and amount of controlled substance involved, the number of prior offenses, if any, whether death or serious bodily injury resulted from the use of such substance, and whether any other crimes were committed in connection with the use of the controlled substance. Possible maximum penalties for a first-time violation include imprisonment for any period of time up to a term of life imprisonment, a fine of up to $4,000,000, supervised release, any combination of the above, or all three. These sanctions are doubled when the offense involves either: 1) distribution or possession at or near a school or college campus, or 2) distribution to persons under 21 years of age. Repeat offenders may be punished to a greater extent as provided by statute. Further, a civil penalty of up to $10,000 may be assessed for simple possession of “personal use amounts” of certain specified substances under federal law. Under state law, the offense of possession or casual exchange is punishable as a Class A misdemeanor; if there is an exchange between a minor and an adult at least two years the minor’s senior, and the adult knew that the person was a minor, the offense is classified a felony as provided in T.C.A. 39-17-417. (21 U.S.C. 801, et. seq.; T.C.A. 39-17-417). It is unlawful for any person under the age of twenty-one (21) to buy, possess, transport (unless in the course of his employment), or consume alcoholic beverages, wine, or beer, such offenses being classified Class A misdemeanors punishable by imprisonment for not more than 11 months, 29 days, or a fine of not more than $2,500, or both. (T.C.A. 1-3-113, 57-5- 301). It is further an offense to provide alcoholic beverages to any person under the age of twenty-one (21), such offense being classified a Class A misdemeanor. (T.C.A. 39-15-404). The offense of public intoxication is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment of not more than 30 days or a fine of not more than $50, or both. (T.C.A. 39-17-310)

Sanctions
IHD may impose the appropriate sanction(s) to any student or employee who fails to comply with the terms of this policy. Possible sanctions may include: expulsion, suspension, referral for prosectution, probation, warning or reprimand.

Health Risks Associated with the Use of Illicit Drugs and/or Abuse of Alcohol
There are many risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and abuse of alcohol including organic damage; impairment of brain activity, digestion, and blood circulation; impairment of physiological processes and mental functioning; and physical and psychological dependence. Such use during pregnancy may cause spontaneous abortion, various birth defects or fetal alcohol syndrome. Additionally, the illicit use of drugs increases the risk of contracting hepatitis, AIDS and other infections. If used excessively, the use of alcohol or drugs singly or in certain combinations may cause death.

Drug and Alcohol Counseling/Treatment Availability
Following is a list of some area alchol and drug treatment centers. IHD does not endorse any treatment provider, nor does the institution provide financial support for students’ or employees’ treatment programs.

Review of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Information
Annually, this information will be reviewed. The annual evaluation will include: