Alcohol and Other Drug Policies and Procedures

The Tooele Technical College is committed to preventing alcohol and other drug abuse on campus. Abuse, misuse, possession, manufacture or distribution of alcoholic beverages or other drugs is expressly forbidden on campus.

It is the intent of these policies and procedures:

To create an environment that will be free from alcohol and other drug abuse.
To foster an attitude on the part of the campus members that discourages the inappropriate use of alcohol and other drugs.
To promote healthy lifestyles for all members of the campus community.
To educate all members of the campus community, including faculty, staff and students regarding the negative consequences resulting from the use and/or misuse of alcohol and other drugs.
To encourage alcohol and other drug-free activities within the campus community.
To create a more productive student body through awareness and education which will allow for positive and personal growth.

Institutional Sanctions on Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Sanctions on staff may be imposed by the institution and are up to and include: oral reprimand or warning, written reprimand or warning, required or recommended counseling or rehabilitation, termination and referral for prosecution. For more detailed information on sanctions and procedures, see the Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace / Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy available through the Human Resources office.

Sanctions for students which may be imposed by the institution may include disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from school and referral for prosecution. For additional information on student sanctions and procedures, see the Student Code of Conduct and Discipline Policy.

THE RISKS INVOLVED

Types of Drugs	Health Risks	Federal Laws	Utah Laws to Possess	Utah Laws to Possess with Intent
Schedule I: Narcotics, such as heroin; hallucinogens such as LSD, mescaline and peyote.	Psychologically and physically addictive; depression, withdrawal symptoms, convulsions, unpredictable behavior with hallucinogens; possible damage to unborn fetus.	Minimum penalty: low end amount – 5-40 years. High end amount – 10 years to life. Max fine: $2-4,000,000. If death/serious injury occurs – 20 years to life. Students may lose financial aid.	Up to five years and/or up to $5,000 fine (third degree felony).	From 1-15 years and/or up to $10,000 fine (second degree felony).
Schedule II: Narcotics (opium, morphine, methadone); depressants (methaqualone); stimulants (cocaine, amphetamines); and PCP.	Psychologically and physically addictive; respiratory failure, frequent accidents; damage to fetus; increased blood pressure, irregular heart beat, hallucinations, and possible death.	Minimum penalty: low end amount – 5-40 years. High end amount – 10 years to life. Max fine: $2-4,000,000. If death/serious injury occurs – 20 years to life. Students may lose financial aid.	Up to five years and/or up to $5,000 fine (third degree felony).	From 1-15 years and/or up to $10,000 fine (second degree felony).
Schedule III: Stimulants; depressants; and some narcotics.	Psychologically and physically addictive; drowsiness, withdrawal, tremors, insomnia, convulsion, possible death, possible damage to unborn fetus.	All drugs, any amount. Maximum: three years/$250,000. Students convicted of drug offenses may also lose or become ineligible for financial aid.	Up to six months and/or up to $1,000 fine (Class B misdemeanor).	Up to five years and/or up to $5,000 fine (third degree felony).
Schedule IV: Depressants (valium, librium), choral hydrate, some barbiturates and others.	Psychologically and physically addictive; drowsiness, withdrawal, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, convulsion, possible death, possible damage to unborn fetus.	All drugs, any amount. Maximum: three years/$250,000. Students convicted of drug offenses may also lose or become ineligible for financial aid.	Up to six months and/or up to $1,000 fine (Class B misdemeanor).	Up to five years and/or up to $5,000 fine (third degree felony).
Schedule V: Chemical compounds with smaller quantities of certain drugs.	Psychologically and physically addictive; nausea, drowsiness, runny nose, watery eyes, panic, chills, cramps, irritability, and damage to fetus.	All drugs, any amount. Maximum: three years/$250,000. Students convicted of drug offenses may also lose or become ineligible for financial aid.	Up to six months and/or up to $1,000 fine (Class B misdemeanor).	Up to one year and/or up to five years and/or $2,500 fine (class A misdemeanor).
Marijuana: THC, hashish, hash oil.	Psychologically and physically addictive; increased risk of lung cancer, paranoia, possible psychosis; withdrawal; depression of immune system; decreased sperm count/irregular ovulation.	Under 50-kg – Max: 20 years / $1,000,000. 100–1,000-kg – Max: 5 years / $42,000,000. Over 1,000-kg – Min: ? years-life / $4,000,000.	Under 1 oz: Class B misdemeanor. 1-16 oz: Class A misdemeanor. 16 oz+: Third degree felony.	From 1-15 years and/or up to $10,000 fine (second degree felony).
Alcohol: Beer, wine, distilled spirits.	May be addictive. Can cause vitamin deficiencies, stomach problems, liver damage, heart disorders, pneumonia, cancer; accidents and suicides. Drinking while pregnant risks fetus damage.	Alcohol may only be used by those 21 years of age or older.	Minors may not buy, possess or drink (Class B misdemeanor). No one may purchase if under the influence (Class B misdemeanor).	Supplying alcohol to a minor is a class A misdemeanor. Up to five years and/or up to $5,000 fine (third degree felony).

Additional Utah Laws

Utah laws are not based on the amount of the drug with the exception of marijuana. Penalties for illicit drug use are governed by federal laws and penalties, and the State of Utah will enforce them to their fullest extent as provided by federal law.

Obtaining or distributing under false pretenses: Maximum penalty five years imprisonment +/or $25,000 fine (felony).
Paraphernalia: Use, possession or sale. Maximum penalty: five years imprisonment +/or $5,000 fine (felony). *Under some circumstances is classified as a misdemeanor.
Inhalants: Sale or use of psychotropic chemicals (glue, paint, etc.) to get high. Maximum penalty: six months imprisonment and/or $1,000 fine (misdemeanor).
Prohibited acts occurring in school-related sites or with a minor: Punished one degree more than regular maximum penalty.
Dram Shop Liability: You may be held responsible for damages as a result of alcohol you served even though you did not directly cause the injury.
Intoxication as a Defense: Generally you cannot claim innocence because you were under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
DUI: It is illegal to be in physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Not a Drop: A person under the age of 21 may not operate a vehicle with any measurable amount of alcohol in his/her system.
Open container: It is illegal to have an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle.
Property: Used in connection with a controlled substance violation may be confiscated.

For detailed information on the effects of various types of alcohol and drugs on health and wellness, please refer to the following National Institute of Drug Abuse web site: NIDA

All reported drug and alcohol related incidents reported on campus are reviewed by the Safety Committee at its quarterly meetings. Response plans are formulated and executed as necessary.

Thank you to CEU for originating the information in this section, and Davis Tech for sharing.

Biennial Review

The College conducts a review of its program every odd numbered year (2021, 2023, 2025 etc.) to determine its effectiveness and implements changes to the program if they are needed to ensure that any disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced. The review determines the effectiveness of the sanctions on students and employees for violations of the standards of conduct consistent with local, state, and federal law.Standards for a Qualified Drug Rehabilitation Program

A qualified drug rehabilitation program must include at least two unannounced drug tests and must satisfy at least one of the following requirements:

Be qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly from a federal, state, or local government program.
Be qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state-licensed insurance company.
Be administered or recognized by a federal, state, or local government agency or court.
Be administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic, or medical doctor.