Abstract
The nation¿s recent focus on the prevalence of sexual assault has rightfully prompted colleges and universities to take a second look at their sexual assault policies. Bringing justice to those who have committed sexual assault is worthy. However, one concern is that the pendulum has swung too far to the left. Schools have instituted stricter policies without considering the due process rights of the accused. Problematically, the statements made by the accused, under limited due process safeguards, can be used in criminal proceedings. This Comment pays particular attention to the lack of safeguards present in the college disciplinary process for adjudicating sexual misconduct. This Comment argues that it is unconstitutional to admit in a state criminal proceeding statements that were made by students accused of sexual assault in a college disciplinary hearing. Specifically, it posits that such statements can be considered coerced confessions in violation of due process.
Recommended Citation
Casey McGowan,
The Threat of Expulsion as Unacceptable Coercion: Title IX, Due Process, and Coerced Confessions,
66
Emory L. J.
1175
(2017).
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.law.emory.edu/elj/vol66/iss5/3