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Campus phone: 555

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CRIME REPORTING POLICIES:

A. Reporting Policies:

  1. The Campus Security Office, located in the Fine Arts Building, Room F 1250, (952) 487-8280 is the office to which all criminal reports should be made. Everyone on campus (including students, faculty, staff and visitors) are encouraged to immediately report any and all potential criminal activity to the Campus Security Office and /or the Bloomington Police Department. Individuals reporting crimes to NCC who also wish to file a complaint with the Bloomington Police Department will be provided with assistance from NCC upon request.
  2. NCC security normally requires a written complaint from someone to begin the investigation process. NCC security also usually needs the assistance of the complainant in the disciplinary process against the accused. NCC will make exceptions when necessary, including cases presenting clear danger to the victim and/ or the College Community.
  3. NCC Security will provide a crime log for the most recent 60-day period open to public inspection during normal business hours. Any portion of the log older than 60 days will be available within 2 business days of a request for public inspection. Information will include the nature of the crime, date, time, general location and disposition (if known).
  4. NCC will issue an annual report of criminal reports made to Campus Security and other law enforcement agencies for crimes occurring on college property or facilities.

The annual report includes reported crimes alleged to have occurred on the campus and facilities owned or rented by NCC and/or recognized student organizations. It includes the following reports of crime:

  1. Murder/Manslaughter
  2. Sex offenses:
    (A) Forcible
    (1) Forcible rape
    (2) Forcible sodomy
    (3) Sexual assault with object
    (4) Forcible fondling

    (B) Non-Forcible:
    (1) Incest
    (2) Statutory rape
  3. Robbery
  4. Aggravated Assault
  5. Burglary
  6. Motor Vehicle Theft
  7. Murders evidencing hate crime
  8. Forcible rape evidencing hate crime
  9. Aggravated assault evidencing hate crime
  10. Liquor law violations
  11. Drug abuse violations
  12. Weapons possession

The Director of Security serves as the primary liaison for Campus Security with all law enforcement agencies.

When reports are made to the Director of Security, the Director or other security personnel in charge on duty will decide if a threat continues to exist to the campus community. If a threat continues to exist, a warning will be sent out informing the campus community.

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B. Reporting Procedures:

  1. All criminal activity occurring on campus should be reported immediately to Campus Security Office # F 1250, 555, and/or to the Bloomington Police Department. Campus Security will assist the complainant in completing criminal reports. These reports will also be forwarded to the Bloomington Police Department. In appropriate cases, reports will also be shared with the Campus Conduct Officer.
  2. Every effort should be made to ensure that physical evidence is maintained and protected. Immediate reports will assist in preserving evidence.
  3. If you are a victim of a crime or witness a crime:
    a. Call campus security at 555, or the Bloomington Police Department at (952) 563-4900. In any emergency, including medical assistance, fires or crimes in progress, call 911.
    b. In all cases, obtain a description of the offender(s), including sex, age, race, hair, clothing, and other distinguishable features. Attempt to obtain a description and license number of any vehicle involved. Note the direction taken by offenders or vehicles and report those to Campus Security or the police;
    c. Preserve the crime scene: Do not touch any items involved in the incident. Close off the area of the incident and do not allow anyone in the crime area until Campus Security and/or Bloomington Police arrive.
  4. Person's filing a complaint with Campus Security will be provided a copy of the College's Complainant' s Bill of Rights.
  5. All employees, faculty or staff who become aware of an allegation of violation of College policy, student code of conduct, civil or criminal law, should report the allegation to their supervisor and Campus Security. The following people with significant responsibility for student and campus activities (not including counselors) must report potential criminal activity of which they are aware to campus security: Academic Deans, Affirmative Action Officer, Assistant Director of Student Life, Associate Dean of Students, Career Services Director, Dean of Students, DEEDs Coordinator, Department Coordinators, Director of Word Processing, Director of Student Life, Director of Marketing, Director of Registration Services, Director of Safety and Security, Director of Fiscal Affairs, Director of TRIO Programs, Director of Institutional Advancement, Director of Financial Aid, Director of Human Resources, Director of Information technology Services, Director of the Bookstore, Director of Building Services, New Student Services Director, President, Program Coordinator-Activities, Rec Sports and Outdoor Education Director, Vice President of Administrative Services, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. These individuals should not attempt to investigate, but should instead report and allow Campus Security to investigate.
  6. All persons in the NCC community are encouraged to assist anyone in reporting alleged criminal activity by contacting Campus Security and/or the Bloomington Police Department, as well as providing assistance in making the report.
  7. Student Organizations with control of any facility are encouraged to report security concerns to Campus Security.
  8. Counselors are required to provide statistical information relating to crimes on campus but may continue to honor the confidentiality of victims.

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C. College's Response to Reports:

  1. All allegations will be investigated. These investigations may be made in conjunction with the Bloomington Police Department or the appropriate County Law Enforcement Agency.
  2. Reports will be classified by the Director of Security in conjunction with the appropriate police agency according to the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Definitions.
  3. When alleged perpetrators are identified as students, the case will be forwarded to the College Conduct Officer for investigation and appropriate action. Criminal investigation, arrest and prosecution can occur independently, before, during or after the campus judicial process.
  4. The College will issue a timely warning to members of the campus community in cases of reported murder, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft and any hate crimes (manifesting evidence of prejudice based on race, religion, sexual orientation or ethnicity) of murder, manslaughter, forcible rape or aggravated assault, in cases where the Director of Security (or the Director's designee) determines there is a continuing threat to the College Community. In such cases, warnings will be published through campus bulletins, campus newspapers, E-mail, and voice mail systems.

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CAMPUS FACILITIES: SAFETY AND ACCESS

A. Personal Security Recommendations:

1. Campus security staff are available to assist you in protecting yourself by providing regular foot and/or vehicle patrols, safety and security programs, as well as various safety and security posters and brochures. However, only you can protect yourself by being aware of your surroundings and taking appropriate steps in preventing crime from happening.
a. Report as much detail as possible to ensure accurate reporting. If you are a victim of a crime, your immediate recall of the event is often the best. Write down as much information as you can remember after a crime. If you cannot identify the perpetrator by name, try to recall as many details as possible, including:

  1. Gender
  2. Approximate age
  3. Height
  4. Weight/build
  5. Description of face including eye color, hair color, hair style (short, curly, etc.), jaw, nose
  6. Dress/clothing
  7. Facial hair
  8. Glasses
  9. Distinguishing marks, including scars
  10. Distinguishing gait.

2. Call for an Escort! The security office is open 16 hours a day, M-F, and 10 hours on Saturday. Patrol and escort services are normally available from 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

3. Be aware of when patrol is on duty. Security staff normally patrol the campus between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

4. Protect your office and personal belongings:
a. Lock your door - even if you are only going out for a short time or only going a short distance. It only takes 8 seconds to walk into your open office and steal your valuables.
b. Do not prop open locked exterior building doors. These doors are locked for your protection and protection of others.
c. Never open locked exterior doors of the building for strangers.
d. Do not loan your keys to anyone. They may not be careful with them and may misplace them, giving the wrong person access.
e. Do not leave your keys lying around in public places or in your jacket pocket when you are not wearing it.
f. Do not put your name or address on key rings as they may be used to steal your property if found by the wrong person.

5. Protect your property:
a. Participate in Operation Identification by engraving your Operation Identification number on your valuables.
b. Personal property (purses, briefcases, calculators, etc.) should never be left unattended. Take such items with you if you are leaving the office or classroom.
c. Take valuables home with you during vacations.
d. Park your bike in a bike rack in a well- lit area. Always lock your bike. There are several good anti-theft devices available. Case-hardened heavy locks and chains afford the best protection.

6. Protect your automobile:
a. Always lock your car doors and never leave your keys in the vehicle.
b. Try to park your car in a well-lit area.
c. Avoid leaving property where it is visible.

7. Protect yourself at night:
a. Avoid walking alone at night.
b. Refrain from taking shortcuts, walk where there is plenty of light and traffic.
c. Call for an escort at 555.

8. Protect yourself walking and jogging:
a. Avoid walking and jogging alone after dark.
b. Walk along well-lit routes.
c. Be alert to your surroundings. If you suspect you are being followed, run in a different direction, go to the other side of the street and yell for help, or head quickly for a lighted area or a group of people.
d. Have your keys ready when returning to your vehicle. Keep your personal or valuable items concealed and close to your body.

9. Help us protect you:
a. Watch for suspicious persons in and around College buildings and in parking lots. Do not pursue them. Call Campus Security immediately.
b. If you see any suspicious activity or people on or near campus, call Campus Security immediately 555. Do not assume that what you observe is an innocent activity or that it has already been reported.
c. Do not assume the person is a visitor or college staff member that you have not seen before.
d. Suspicious people may be loitering about at unusual hours and locations.
e. Exhibiting unusual mental or physical symptoms. Person(s) could be under the influence of drugs or otherwise needing medical or psychiatric assistance.
f. Carrying property that might be suspicious, depending on the circumstances, going from room to room trying door handles.

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CAMPUS FACILITIES: SAFE ACCESS

a. Keys are issued to authorized faculty, staff and students only.
b. Exterior building doors should not be blocked open when the doors are locked.
c. Building evacuation is mandatory for all fire alarms.
d. Individual academic buildings are normally open from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. M - F and 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Employees and students in buildings after normal working hours should have an ID in their possession and present the ID when requested.
e. Faculty or staff who appear to be the last persons in a building should ask unauthorized people to leave the premises or contact Campus Security, 555.
f. On-campus telephones are located at various locations for emergency calls to Campus Security.

POLICIES CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT:

a. Campus Security staff are employees of NCC. Security Staff are authorized, when appropriate, to make a citizen's arrest.
b. Campus Security works closely with the Bloomington Police Department and State and Federal law enforcement agencies to track and respond to campus criminal activity.

PROGRAMS TO EDUCATE NCC COMMUNITY REGARDING SECURITY:

a. NCC encourages students and employees to be responsible for your own security and the security of others.
b. Campus Security provides assistance in presenting programs on campus security and safety.
c. Campus Security develops and presents educational programs in the area of crime prevention, sexual assault awareness, personal safety, fire prevention, etc.
d. Campus Security has available, at no cost, brochures, flyers, pamphlets, movies, videos and posters concerning various safety and security issues.
e. The NCC Counseling Center helps staff and students in coping with alcohol and drug abuse.

MONITORING AND RECORDING ACTIVITY AT OFF-CAMPUS LOCATIONS:

All NCC recognized organizations that are off-campus will still be monitored. Just because a facility or organization is located off-campus does not mean that activity at that location is not monitored. Such activity is monitored by the Bloomington Police Department which shares information with NCC Security.

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POLICY REGARDING THE ILLEGALITY OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON CAMPUS AND THE ENFORCEMENT OF UNDERAGE DRINKING LAWS:

a. NCC forbids the possession, consumption or furnishing of alcoholic beverages on campus. This prohibition of alcohol applies to all persons, regardless of age. The only exception is authorized use for special events. Only the President may authorize such use.
b. NCC enforces the Minnesota drinking laws, including the prohibition of use by persons under 21 years of age. Possession or consumption of alcohol on campus is prohibited by NCC and may result in a student disciplinary complaint.
c. If the accused is not cooperative or is underage, the Bloomington Police may be called to assist.

POLICY REGARDING THE ILLEGALITY OF DRUGS ON CAMPUS AND THE ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL AND STATE DRUG LAWS:

a. NCC forbids the possession, use, or sale of illegal drugs (other than by a doctor's prescription) on campus. This includes but is not limited to possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing and making of narcotic drugs.
b. NCC enforces both Minnesota and Federal drug laws regarding the use, possession, and sale of illegal drugs.

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DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE EDUCATION PROGRAMS:

The purpose of this policy is to set forth the College's policy regarding alcohol and other drug use, including unlawful drug use or abuse in the workplace in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (Public Law 100-690, Title V, Subtitle D) and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226). A copy of the Drug Free Workplace information is enclosed in the class registration brochure and may be obtained from the Registrar's Office. Interested individuals may obtain a copy of the brochure as it lists policies and programs.

The College recognizes the Reality of chemical dependency and is aware of its occasional presence in the College community. As a safeguard against this dependency, numerous campus organizations provide prevention programs to the NCC community.

The College encourages and provides reasonable assistance to any student, faculty or staff member who seeks information on chemical dependency or treatment for chemical dependency. Various departments, including Security, Health Center, Counseling and Personnel provide information and prevention programs for those seeking help with substance abuse.

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POLICY REGARDING SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAMS AND PROCEDURES:

  1. NCC's policy on sexual abuse and harassment is governed by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System's policy. In support of the system policy, NCC reaffirms the policy that sexual abuse and harassment will not be tolerated. Every effort will be made to assure that all members of the College community are provided an atmosphere free from sexual abuse and harassment. To prevent sexual abuse and harassment, educational efforts will be undertaken to inform employees and students of their responsibilities regarding such behavior, how to identify and eliminate potential sexual abuse and harassment and what steps can be taken if instances of sexual abuse and harassment are experienced.
  2. NCC conducts a number of programs aimed at preventing sexual offenses and making the community aware of the potential of such crimes. These programs include nightly security patrols of the campus, providing escorts, inspecting the campus for potentially dangerous areas and implementing programs to inspect campus lighting and shrubbery. In addition, educational programs concerning sexual assault awareness are provided by Campus Security and counseling offices.
  3. A guiding principle in the reporting of sexual assault is to avoid re-victimizing the sexual assault survivor by forcing the person into any plan of action. Sexual assault survivors may contact any one of several NCC departments or community services for assistance.
  4. Procedure: Contact Campus Security, 555 as soon as possible after the offense. Please remember it is most important to preserve evidence. Do not bathe, douche, use the toilet, or change clothing. Note everything about the location. If you have been raped, you should seek medical attention immediately regardless of whether you report the matter to the police.
    Every attempt is made to maintain the anonymity of the sexual assault survivor. Every attempt will be made not to release names to the media. Unless requested by the sexual assault survivor, names and addresses of survivors are released to the City Police Department. Campus Security will attempt to provide support and advice for sexual assault survivors. Each report of sexual assault will be investigated in order to provide better protection to the survivor of a sexual assault and all members of the Campus community. Sexual assault survivors should be aware of the need of the College to release information regarding the fact that an assault has occurred for the protection and safety of others.
    The Security Office will be the office of official record for reports of sexual assault, as it is in all reported law violations. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to contact the Security Office to report any information regarding assaults.
  5. Sexual assault survivors are encouraged to report the crime to the Bloomington Police Department. Campus Security will assist the survivor in making this report if the survivor so wishes.
  6. Counseling and medical services are available both on and off campus. If you are the victim of a sexual assault, NCC encourages you to contact Ralph Anderson, Dean of Students, (952) 487-8286 or Gail Cywinski, Associate Dean (952) 487-8283.
  7. If the Director of Security (or a designee) determines that a threat continues to exist for the community, information about the reported sexual assault will be reported to the campus with as much detail as possible regarding location, date and time of the assault, and any information which might help identify the assailant. The Security Office will inform the campus community of the reported sexual assaults by posters, appropriate notices, campus newspaper, E-mail, voice mail, local media and/ or the campus cable TV system.
  8. Each report will be taken as presented by the complainant. Appropriate criminal classifications will be determined after a review of all facts by the Director of Security and/ or the Bloomington Police.
  9. The College will take appropriate action to safeguard the alleged survivor and, at the same time, protect the rights of the alleged perpetrator. If the survivor of a sexual assault requests, the College will attempt to provide, if reasonably available, a change in classes.
  10. The College will normally not take any disciplinary action against a member of the campus community without a written complaint and the assistance of the complainant in the disciplinary process, unless the College determines there is a clear danger to the victim or the College community.

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PROCEDURES FOR CAMPUS DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR SEX OFFENSES:

  1. The College disciplinary process is an option for any person wishing to report a case of student misconduct. In order for NCC to proceed, a written complaint (whether by the victim or a third party) must be filed with the College Conduct Officer. If the complaint is criminal in nature, it will also be forwarded to Campus Security and law enforcement.
  2. There are different standards of proof in the College conduct proceeding than in the possible criminal action. The College conduct proceeding determines whether the accused status as a student will be altered, whereas the criminal process determines if there will be limitations on the accused's liberty. As there are different standards and the purpose of each proceeding is different, NCC encourages students who are the victims of sexual assault to go forward with the College process.
  3. Both the accuser and the accused are entitled to have others present (an advocate or advisor) during the disciplinary proceeding. This person may not, however, speak in your place or ask questions of witnesses.
  4. Both the accuser and the accused have the right to call a reasonable number of witnesses during the hearings to testify on their behalf. The witnesses may be asked questions by the other party.
  5. Both the accuser and the accused have the right to request in advance the names of witnesses and shall have the right to question witnesses during the hearing.
  6. Both the accuser and accused shall be informed of the outcome of the College disciplinary proceeding concerning the complaint of sexual offense. This information should not be disclosed to the public generally.
  7. Sanctions following a College disciplinary proceeding include but are not limited to: expulsion, suspension and eviction from campus property.

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MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES PROVIDED BY CAMPUS SAFETY DEPARTMENT:

Assistance to Disabled Motor Vehicles: Jump starts will be provided to drivers whose auto is disabled on campus.

An escort service is available to students, guests, faculty and staff. A request may be made to the College Safety officer on duty by calling 555. An officer will respond and accompany you to your vehicle.

QUESTIONS?

If you need more information about safety at the NCC campus, please contact the Director of Security at (952) 487-8274, or the Office of the Dean of Students at (952) 487-8286. A college official will be glad to discuss your concerns.

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