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ToggleMany of us saw the news this week about two Arizona State University football players being arrested this past weekend and dismissed from the team. The real news, however, goes beyond sports. The 2 young men are facing serious charges and possible expulsion from ASU for their actions. Police officers arrested the pair in connection with a burglary at student housing. They were allegedly found with the stolen credit cards and reportedly admitted to taking the items.
Ethics Before All Else
Universities around the country are placing more importance and emphasis on ethical behavior both on and off campus, citing the school’s Code of Conduct. Over the past few years our office has represented numerous ASU students who have been arrested for various infractions that occur off campus, often at nights and on weekends. Many people still believe those actions can be separated from their life at school but university officials disagree. ASU is promptly notified of students’ charges and Code of Conduct hearings are scheduled between the student and the school.
The Code of Conduct Hearing is the Beginning
While this is not part of the formal legal process, preparing my clients for those Code of Conduct hearings and representing them at the actual hearing is part of my representation. We understand the pressure of having criminal charges brought against you, and on top of that, your status at university being in jeopardy. It is important to take both very seriously so that you can present yourself in the best way to both a judge and the Dean at your college. Being highly knowledgeable and experienced at these school hearings, I will protect your rights and be in your corner every step of the way.
Author Bio
Matthew L. Lopez
Matthew L. Lopez is the Managing Attorney and founder of Matthew Lopez Law, a criminal defense and DUI firm serving clients throughout Arizona. His track record of case dismissals and charge reductions has earned him honors, including a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 nomination, a “Superb” 10/10 Avvo rating, and a Rising Star designation by Super Lawyers.
Matthew is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and holds active memberships with the Arizona Association for Criminal Justice and the Arizona Association for Justice. His firm handles criminal defense, DUI, drug charges, and traffic offenses, offering free consultations and affordable payment plans to make quality defense accessible to all Arizonans.
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