Facts for
Jacks:
A Student’s Guide
for Substance
Abuse
Prevention
Division of Student Affairs
Version 1.0 2015
Start Your SDSU Story Off Right
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Table of Contents
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To Drink or Not to Drink?
Calculate Your Average
Risky Drinking or Avoidance
What's the Big Deal?
Want a Change?
Let’s Make a Plan
Use Some Strategies
Express Yourself: Social Supports
SDSU Professional Resources
Tips for Creating a Better Year
SDSU Sanctions
Sentences with Brookings County
Costs for You and Costs for the Country
Questions and Answers from UPD
At South Dakota State University, we have more than 12,000
students who come to discover who they are, what they like to
do and where they want to go. These questions can be
challenging, but with positive support systems in place you
can pursue your talents, goals and passions.
Making healthy and responsible choices will influence your
college career—let us help you with your strategy and we can
find out what works for you!
PREVENT:
Prevent unanticipated risks or a not-so-great
situation by thinking about how the choice will
affect you, your college life and your family. This
can involve studying, alcohol, how you handle
a conflict and more.
CHOOSE:
Make choices that benefit you and your peers—
even if you don’t think so now, your healthy or
unhealthy choices today will affect your
tomorrow. Think of the better you that you
are and want to be.
~Choices and Prevention (CAP) Committee,
Division of Student Affairs
Information provided with permission by: National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services—Rethinking Drinking Program, South Dakota State University
and Brookings County.
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To Drink or Not to Drink
Look at the Table and Review. . .
Rethinking Drinking,
Quantity and Patterns:
1 On any given day do you ever have more than 4 standard
drinks (for men) or more than 3 standard drinks (for women)?
2 During your typical week, on average, how many days per
week do you drink alcohol? Or on a typical drinking day, how
many drinks do you have?
What’s a “standard” drink?
Many people are surprised to learn what counts as a drink.
In the United States, a “standard” drink is any drink that
contains about 0.6 fluid ounces or 14 grams of “pure” alcohol.
Although the drinks below are different sizes, each contains
approximately the same amount of alcohol and counts as a
single standard drink.
Average Number of Days You Drink
MULTIPLIED
By How Many Drinks You Have ( Typical Day)
=
12 fl. oz. of
regular beer
8-9 fl. oz. of
malt liquor
5 fl. oz. of
table wine
1.5 fl. oz. shot of
80-proof spirits
For some individuals, even
drinking “a little”
can be too much or
not a good choice.
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B
about 5%
alcohol
Your Weekly Average
about 7%
alcohol
about 12%
alcohol
about 40%
alcohol
The percent of pure alcohol, expressed here as alcohol by volume (alc/vol), varies by
beverage. Image provided by NIAAA, Rethinking Drinking: http://rethinkingdrinking.
niaaa.nih.gov/WhatCountsDrink/WhatsAstandardDrink.asp
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Quantity and Patterns, Continued:
What’s the Big Deal
Risky Drinking:
INJURIES:
BIRTH DEFECTS:
According to research with the
NIAAA, alcohol is a factor in:
For those who may be pregnant,
or trying to get pregnant, drinking
during pregnancy may cause
brain damage and other
significant problems for the child.
1 If you’re under 21 and drinking, you’re risking:
● College Career
● Your Current or Future Job
● Health
● Your or Others’ Safety
● Legal Consequences, etc.
90% of sexual assaults.
60% of fatal burn injuries,
drownings and homicides.
50% of severe trauma
2 When you are feeling tipsy, out-of-control, or “just not right,” it’s
time to stop or say no. We’ll tell you some strategies soon . . .
injuries.
40% of fatal motor vehicle
Know that how much you drink on any given day and how
often you have those “heavy drinking days” matters. This
could look like one drink for some or more four drinks a day
for men and three drinks a day for women. Women’s risks can
differ from men’s simply because of physical stature—alcohol
disperses through body water and women have less water in
their bodies than men. While a woman may match a guy
pound for pound, the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) may
be higher.
Avoid alcohol if you are:
● Planning to drive a vehicle or operate machinery.
● Taking prescribed medications that interact with alcohol.
● Managing a medical issue that can worsen with drinking.
● Pregnant or are trying to become pregnant.
● Taking a controlled substance or a recreational drug.
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crashes, suicides and fatal
falls.
HEALTH PROBLEMS:
Those who use substances may
find themselves struggling with
liver or heart disease; sleeping
troubles; mental health issues
such as depression, anxiety or
paranoia; or sexually transmitted
infections from unsafe sex, etc.
ALCOHOLISM:
If your family line has a history
of drinking, and more importantly
significant abuse, understand
that you might be at risk for
developing alcohol use
disorders.
LEGALITIES:
Getting a DUI is expensive and
it only gets more expensive as
you get them. You can lose
your ability to drive, professional
licensing, etc.
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Want a Change
Let’s Make a Plan:
POSITIVE REASONS:
1 Keep track of how much you’re
drinking and how often.
● To improve health
● To improve relationships
● To avoid hangovers
● To do better at work or school
● To lose weight
● To save some money
● To avoid bigger problems
● To achieve goals
● Anything else?
REASONS THAT WILL MAKE CHANGE HARD:
● My friends or peers drink
● I feel stressed about school or work
● Anything else?
Put tips in your phone! Complete a plan online at
Rethinking Drinking website, or save your goals and
strategies in electronic devices for reminders. Set up
alerts or motivational phrases when needed to curb
or avoid drinking!
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2 Take time to notice how drinking
affects you.
3 Make the list of pros and cons.
4 Review the distractions that keep you from
changing.
5 Get support from someone you trust: family,
friends, a mentor, etc.
6 Try cutting back on drinking or quitting—talk
about the options with those you trust and
that can help you.
7 Look again at your goals—does drinking fit
in with what you really want out of life?
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NO NEED FOR A DRINKING GAME:
USE SOME STRATEGIES
TRACK DRINKS:
Track how much you drink—keep a card in your
pocket, wallet or purse. Mark your calendar or keep
notes in your phone.
COUNT/MEASURE:
Refer to the “standard” drink size in this guide or at the
Rethinking Drinking website.
SET YOUR GOALS:
You’re learning what you like and wish to accomplish—
remember your goals will be around longer than that
party night, but that party night can affect your goals
or life without you knowing how.
PACE IT AND SPACE IT:
Pace drinks, sip slowly. If you choose to drink, it’s best
to limit the number and have nonalcoholic beverages
between them.
EAT FOOD:
Don’t drink on an empty stomach. Food affects alcohol
absorption—alcohol is absorbed more slowly.
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GET A SUB:
Just because friends or others might be drinking,
a lot don’t, and you can choose water, soda or a juice
without the mixed-in liquor. If you want, avoid the
party altogether and go to the gym, study, do a hobby,
whatever.
WATCH FOR TRIGGERS:
What—or who—makes you want to drink? If certain
activities, events, or feelings influence your choice to
drink, try to avoid them and call a buddy.
PLAN ON DEALING WITH URGES:
If you can’t avoid the events or triggers—think about
your reasons for change, find your support system,
get distracted and go do something else. Or if it really
just comes down to it: accept that you might feel
pressure to drink or want to; ride out the feeling and
don’t give in. The pressure or feeling will pass.
KNOW WHAT YOUR “NO” IS:
You might be offered a drink when you don’t want
one—have that “no thanks” ready that is both polite
and firm. If you say no earlier or faster, the better the
chance you won’t.
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Express Yourself:
Don’t Give Up, We’re Here for You:
COUNSELING SERVICES@SDSU 605-688-6146
Who Are Your Social Supports?
If you are ready to take control of your life, rebuild
it or just want some extra help, try to talk with
friends or family and educate them on what you
need. You can find new interests or another group
to socialize with, with less triggers. Find ways to
spend your time that don’t involve drinking and
ask for help and ideas from others.
It’s important when asking for help from others
they learn to not offer you alcohol or use it around
you, criticize you for the work you’re doing, or
overwhelm you with new stressors. Find that line
or boundary and stick to it: if they don’t respect
you, it might be time to find another circle of friends.
Meeting for personal and confidential assistance through Counseling
Services is free. Come in via appointment or if needed on a walk-in basis.
Counselors work with a variety of issues (stress, depression, anxiety,
mood shifts, etc.) and also do alcohol screenings. The Choices, Chances
and Changes classes are given by counseling staff. For after-hours
emergencies, contact UPD at 111 from a campus phone or 605-688-5117,
or Brookings Police Department at 605-692-2113.
OTHER ENTITIES IN OUR AREA:
Other mental health providers include Brookings Health (605-696-9000),
Avera Behavioral Health (605-322-4065) or East/Central Behavioral Health
(605-697-2850).
UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT (UPD)@SDSU
605-688-5117
UPD provides presentations on alcohol and other drug education, sexual
assault and violence prevention, etc. Call UPD for more information or
email: [email protected].
WELLNESS STAFF, HEALTH AND WELLNESS@SDSU
605-688-6415
Come work out, get a nutrition plan or join a recreational group activity.
ACADEMIC ADVISERS@SDSU 605-688-4155
Wintrode Student Success Center is a great resource for students who
need guidance on studies, time management, personal goals, etc. Call
them sooner in the semester rather than later to get a jump start on help.
SAFE RIDE HOME 605-695-3984
Changing habits takes some effort and
you may not succeed the first time, but
there are tools and resources!
It’s a free transportation resource for students and visitors on
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights (9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.).
Intoxication is NOT a requirement.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES INCLUDE:
Your coach, faculty or professional staff you can relate to, family members,
trusted friends, etc. National Suicide Hotline: 800-784-2433 (suicide
thoughts) or 800-273-8255 (to talk). If you have suicide thoughts or a
plan, please contact counseling and/or law enforcement immediately.
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Tips for Creating a Better Year
Social Media
POINT #1:
Just because someone
talks about high-risk
behavior(s) online,
doesn’t necessarily
mean they’re doing it.
Sometimes people say
things to get a rise out
of others, or at times
they are really hurting
on the inside and aren’t
sure how to reach out.
POINT #2:
Be aware of what you
put on your profiles—
they can be seen by
others, even with
privacy settings. What
you post creates an
image of you not only
noticeable to your
friends or family, but
also for your faculty
and future employers.
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Intervention
For More Info
Being a Jackrabbit means you’re
part of a community that encourages
both independence and interdependence. We like to help each other
succeed.
News, Events and Campus Info
www.sdstate.edu
Intervene on someone’s behalf during
not-so-great situations, if you feel
comfortable. This can include:
American Indian Education & Cultural Center
www.sdstate.edu/aiecc/index.cfm
Academic and Registration Needs
mystate.sdstate.edu
Multicultural Center
www.sdstate.edu/campus/multicultural/index.cfm
We get snow.
Help someone dig out.
If a friend is in a bad situation—
speak to them or get help from
another friend or trusted staff.
These times might include
studying or academics, drinking
or drugs, or when your friend
is in a dangerous situation.
Keep your residence room or
apartment clean—even if you
live by yourself, it’ll make you
and the surrounding community
feel better.
University Housing & Residential Life
www.sdstate.edu/reslife/index.cfm
Wintrode Student Success Center
www.sdstate.edu/gs/center/index.cfm
Counseling Services
www.sdstate.edu/wellness-center/counseling/index.cfm
Wellness Center
www.sdstate.edu/wellness-center/
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SDSU Alcohol/Drug Sanctions &
Conditions for 2015-2016
Severity of sanctions are a direct result of severity or number of infractions.
Alcohol—First Offense
No Abusive Drinking and No Additional Serious Offenses
Sanction – Censure
Sanction Duration – The equivalent of one semester (minimum)
Condition 1 – Fine up to $50
Fine Breakdown:
A) Host - $50
B) Belligerent guest - $50
C) Uncooperative guest - $40
D) Cooperative drinking guest - $25
E) Cooperative nondrinking guest - $0
Condition 2
• SDSU policy violation: 4-hour SDSU Choices, Chances and Changes class.
For class fees, please refer to the Counseling Services webpage: http://www.sd
state.edu/wellness-center/counseling/index.cfm.
• Legal citation issued by UPD or BPD: Class offered by SDSU and/or 12-hour
class if mandated by the court offered by an outside agency; both will have
financial charges.
Alcohol—First Offense
Abusive Drinking and/or Additional Serious Offenses
Sanction – Lengthened Censure or Disciplinary Probation
Condition 1 – Fine up to $50
Fine Breakdown:
A) Host - $50
B) Belligerent guest - $50
C) Uncooperative guest - $40
D) Cooperative drinking guest - $25
E) Cooperative nondrinking guest - $0
Condition 2
• Alcohol Screening ($25 charge)
Possible SDSU second-offense class.
Condition 3 – Parental Notification
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Alcohol—Second Offense
No Abusive Drinking and No Additional Serious Offenses
Sanction – Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – $100 fine
Condition 2
A) SDSU second alcohol education class if:
1) BOTH VIOLATIONS only involve participation
Or
2) BOTH VIOLATIONS involve two or less bottles of beer per participant
Or
3) FOR BOTH VIOLATIONS it has been determined that the student had a
BAC of .05 or less.
B) Alcohol screening ($25 fee) if none of the criteria under part A are met.
Condition 3 – Parental Notification
Alcohol—Second Offense
No Abusive Drinking and No Additional Serious Offenses
but has previously taken a second-offense or 12-hour class
Sanction – Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – $100 fine
Condition 2 – Alcohol Screening ($25 fee)
Condition 3 – Parental Notification
Alcohol—Second Offense
Abusive Drinking and/or Additional Serious Offenses
Sanction – Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – $100 fine
Condition 2 – Alcohol Screening ($25 fee)
Condition 3 – Parental Notification
Continued
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SDSU Alcohol /Drug Sanctions &
Conditions for 2015-2016
Alcohol—Third Offense
Either Suspension for a minimum of one semester or in compelling circumstances:
Sanction – Extended Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – A fine of up to $200
Condition 2 – Alcohol Screening ($25 fee)
Falsification of Information (Student Code regulation #1)
Failure to Comply with Institutional Officials (Student Code regulation #11)
Damage (Student Code regulation #8)
Attempted Theft of Services or Property (Student Code regulation #7)
Marijuana & Other Drugs—First Offense
Abusive Drinking
A)
B)
C)
D)
E)
F)
G)
H)
I)
J)
The student had a BAC of .160 or greater
The student reported a blackout
The student was involved in aggressive or injurious behavior
The student required medical attention/treatment
The student reports having committed multiple underage violations prior to the
most recent violation
The student has committed his/her third Student Code alcohol violation
The violation involves the use/possession of marijuana or other controlled
substances, whether it be a first or second Student Code violation
The student reports other drinking behaviors or episodes that may indicate a
pattern of abuse
The presence of excessive quantities of alcohol (as a general rule of thumb, one
should ponder the possibility that abusive drinking may have occurred when
five-or-more cans per person were present. However, one should also employ
common sense and consider the specifics of the incident of plying this rule.)
When large quantities of alcohol are found in a room, specifically:
1) Fifty-or-more cans of beer (including full, partially drank and empty cans)
2) Two-or-more full bottles of hard liquor
3) Two-or-more empty bottles of hard liquor (at the hearing officer’s discretion).
Other Serious Offenses (Partial List)
Sex Offenses (Student Code regulation #5) – ALWAYS forward to Title IX Coordinator
Acts of Aggression (Student Code regulation #4)
Disorderly Conduct (Student Code regulation #22)
Marijuana or Controlled Substances (Student Code regulation #17)
Encouraging Code Violations/Aiding & Abetting
(Student Code regulation #23)
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Sanction – Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – A fine up to $50
Condition 2 – Substance Use Screening ($25 fee) and CCC
Condition 3 – Parental Notification
Marijuana & Other Drugs—Second Offense
Either Suspension for a minimum of one semester or in compelling circumstances:
Sanction – Extended Behavioral Probation
Condition 1 – A fine of $100
Condition 2 – Substance Use Screening ($25 fee) and educational sanction
(possible class).
Criminal Penalties
This is a guide only and not legal advice. If you have been
charged, seek advice from a legal professional.
✓Underage Consumption, 1st Offense:
Up to:
$120 Fine
10 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be a law-abiding citizen
Complete Youth Diversion Program within 90 days
Driver’s License Suspended: 30 days minimum
✓DUI, 1st Offense:
$600 Fine + Court Costs
Blood Test Costs: $136
Driver’s License Revoked: 30 days
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Complete Alcohol Evaluation + DUI 1st Offender Program at
your expense within 90 days
✓Underage Consumption, 2nd Offense:
Up to:
$240 Fine
15 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Complete Intensive Youth Diversion Program within 90 days
Driver’s License Suspended: 30 days minimum
✓Under 21 Driver >.02:
Up to:
$240 Fine
10 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Complete Youth Diversion Program within 90 days
Driver’s License Suspended: 30 days
Blood Test Costs: $136
Driver’s License Suspended: 30 days minimum
✓Falsifying I.D.:
Up to:
$300 Fine
10 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
*Falsifying I.D. or
Giving a False Date of Birth is a Class 1 Misdemeanor
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✓DUI, 2nd Offense:
$850 Fine + Court Costs
Blood Test Costs: $136
Driver’s License Revoked: 1 year
Jail Sentence: 90 days with 80 suspended + $25 per day for detention costs
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Complete Alcohol Evaluation and an alcohol treatment program to be approved
by Court Services; alcohol treatment programs could be at your expense
✓DUI, Commercial Driver’s License (.04 BAC)
$600 Fine + Court Costs
State revokes your driver’s license
NOTE:
Understand that if you are charged, you may face
consequences with both South Dakota State
University judicial sanctions and criminal
prosecution.
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Criminal Penalties
This is a guide only and not legal advice. If you have been
charged, seek advice from a legal professional.
✓Furnishing Alcohol to Person Under 18:
$300 Fine + Court Costs
30 Days: jail and 27 days suspended
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
✓Furnishing Alcohol to Person 18-20:
$300 Fine + Court Costs
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
✓Possession of Marijuana, Less Than 2 oz.:
$500 Fine + Court Costs
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be a law-abiding citizen
Driver’s License Revoked: 30 days
You pay for your urine test
✓Ingesting:
Note: This includes consuming marijuana or drugs in any way
$500 Fine + Court Costs
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be a law-abiding citizen
You pay for your urine test
✓Possession of Drug Paraphernalia:
$250 Fine + Court Costs
5 Days: jail, suspension
or
$250 Fine
5 Days: suspension
✓Simple Assault:
$500 Fine
30 Days: jail or both
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Complete County Anger Management Program
✓Disorderly Conduct:
$300 Fine
5 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
✓Common Nuisance:
$500 Fine
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
✓Common Nuisance:
Note: This includes providing a place for consumption of alcohol, such
as a house party
$1,000 Fine
30 Days: jail, suspension
Need to be law-abiding for 1 year
Forfeit all profits found by law enforcement
✓It’s against the law and university policy:
to have an open container in public.
to urinate in public.
to use or possess illegal drugs.
✓It’s better to talk to police rather than try to run away.
✓Open Container:
$120 Fine + 5 Days: jail, suspended
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UPD Presentations and Programs
The SDSU Police Department has officers dedicated to
providing programs on multiple topics. The most
common topics are listed below. To request a program
contact the University Police Department at
(605) 688-5117 or by sending an email to
[email protected].
Topics include the following:
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Rape and Sexual Assault Risk Reduction;
Domestic Violence Education;
Workplace Violence Education;
Personal Safety;
Self-defense for Women;
Victim Assistance;
Sexual Assault;
Dating/Domestic Violence;
Alcohol and Drug Awareness;
Travel Safety; and
Property Protection (this includes information on
fraud, personal property and university property).
If you are looking for a topic not listed above, please
contact UPD. Programs can be tailored to meet the
needs of individual groups.
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13 ways NOT to get arrested
“13 ways NOT to get arrested” is a program aimed at
discussing social disorder using real law enforcement
experiences and a little humor. This is not your standard
PSA on drinking and drugs. Attendees will hear stories from
various officers’ experiences and the most common things
we come in contact with in Brookings and at SDSU. It is
done in humor, however the focus is on drug and alcohol,
impaired driving and to combat alcohol- related problems.
After the short presentation, the presenting officer will
respond to any questions.
Guest lecture class presentations
Have a class where the topic of law enforcement comes up?
Or maybe there is a topic where the question has been
asked “how does law enforcement respond to this?” Invite
University Police Department officers to be a guest lecturer.
We have been asked to speak on all the topics listed and
many more. Here are some examples of classes we guest
lecture at SDSU:
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Wellness 100;
Women’s studies courses;
Criminal justice courses;
Psychology courses; and
Physical education courses.
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Have Questions?
UPD Has Answers . . .
Q: What happens if I give alcohol to someone who is under 21,
but over 18?
A: Giving alcohol to someone between the ages of 18 to 21 is a Class 2
Misdemeanor:
Up to 30 days imprisonment, or $500 fine, or both.
Q: What happens if I give alcohol to someone under 18?
A: This would be a Class 1 Misdemeanor:
Up to a one-year imprisonment in a county jail, or $2,000 fine, or both.
Q: What happens if I get caught using a fake I.D.? What about
using someone else’s I.D.? What if I give an officer false
information?
A: False-impersonation, fraudulently altering your or a friend’s I.D.,
using a canceled I.D., or lying about your birthday—it’s all illegal and you
might get charged with a Class 1 Misdemeanor, which is a big deal for
not only your school career but your current or future employment. For a
Class 1 Misdemeanors, one can receive up to a one-year imprisonment,
or $2,000 fine, or both.
Extra Tips:
With Background Checks:
When completing applications for employment, be honest on the
application, in conversations, etc. If ever asked if you’ve been convicted
of a misdemeanor or a felony, it’s best to be direct and brief. Let the
person(s) interviewing you know that you are no longer making those
choices and have moved forward with goals and positive changes.
For more information regarding legalities, contact the
University Police Department @ 605-688-5117.
To meet with UPD in person, please visit
1305 Jackrabbit Ave.
Criminal Records Involve the Following:
Disorderly Conduct
DUI
False Impersonation (lying about age, name)
Giving Alcohol to a Minor
Being a Common Nuisance
Minor in Possession
Minor in Consumption
Open Container
Petty Theft
Possession of Marijuana, Paraphernalia, Ingestion
Possessing or Using a Fake I.D.
*Some criminal charges can remain on your record for at least 7 years,
others forever.
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Thank you for reading this handout and
feel free to call your supporters for tips
and assistance.
Supporters of Facts for Jacks Include:
Division of Student Affairs
(605) 688-4493
Office of Student Conflict Prevention,
Management and Conduct Services
(605) 688-6997
Counseling Services
(605) 688-6146
HEROH and Wellness Center Staff
(605) 688-6415
University Housing & Residential Life
(605) 688-4128
University Police Department
(605) 688-5117
Safe Ride Home
(605) 695-3984
Resources of Information
1. Rethinking Drinking, NIAAA
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, National Institutes on
Health. (2010). Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol and Your Health. N.p.: National
Institutes of Health. Retrieved from http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/Re
thinkingDrinking/Rethinking_Drinking.pdf
2. Brookings County, Clerk of Courts
3. Twitchell, G. R. (2003, December 4). Concentrated Alcohol Consumption By
Heavy Drinkers: Associated Risks & Costs. Retrieved from
http://cojac.ca.gov/RC/PDF/Concentrated_Alcohol.pdf
Division of Student Affairs,
Admin. 312,
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD 57007
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