Cal State LA Policies & Procedures

Key Laws:

A number of federal and state laws identify the University's responsibilities for addressing dating/domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking. These laws include:

• Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (California Penal Code §11164-11174.3)

• Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act (California Welfare and Institutions Code §15600 - 15675)

• Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Title 34 Part 668.46) - including amendments by the Campus SaVE Act / Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013)

• Rape and Sexual Assault Education Programs (California Education Code §67390-93)

• Reports of Injuries (California Penal Code §11160-63.6)

• Sex Offenders (California Penal Code §290.01)

• Student Safety (California Education Code §67380-86)

• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (34 CFR Part 106)

Key Requirements:

The University's responsibilities include the requirement to:

• Educate and train students, faculty, and staff

• End current incidents, prevent future occurrences, and address the impact of incidents

• Prohibit and protect against retaliation

• Hold policy violators accountable for their actions

• Inform survivors of options and offer assistance, accommodations, and resources, when requested and reasonably available

• Explain confidentiality requirements, procedures, and limitations

• Incident and crime reporting

• Mandated reporting by healthcare providers

• Registration of registered sex offenders with University Police

• Inform the campus community where law enforcement information concerning sex offenders may be obtained

CSU Systemwide Policies

Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy

This policy and its attachments define prohibited conduct, identify complaint procedures, describe campus-based rights and options for victims, outline perpetrator sanctions, and provide other important information.

Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect

This policy identifies the positions, from employees to volunteers, that are designated mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect. The policy includes reporting requirements and instructions.

Cal State LA Policies and Procedures

Campus Security Authority

This procedure outlines Cal State LA's responsibility to compile and publish crime statistics in an Annual Security Report. It identifies Cal State LA campus security authorities and their reporting obligations.

Non-Discrimination Statement

This notice affirms Cal State LA's "commitment to equality of opportunity for all individuals. This commitment requires that no discrimination shall occur in any program or activity of the University on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, age (over 40), marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other classification prohibited by state or federal laws..."

Policy on Campus Violence

This policy prohibits violent acts, threats of violence and any other behavior which by intent, action, or outcome harms another person.

Student Conduct Policies and Procedures

This website connects students to laws, policies and procedures related to student conduct. Prohibited behaviors include dishonesty, conduct that threatens or endangers the health and safety of others, hazing, and theft.

Who to Contact

• Title IX Officer

  • Office of Civil Rights and Title IX

• Campus Sexual Assault Victim's Advocate

  • Peace Over Violence Campus Advocate

Call 911 for Emergencies

Call 911 if you can. Text if you can't.

• University Police (North end of Lot 1): 323-343-3700
• Contact your local law enforcement agency
  • Los Angeles Police Department
  • Sheriff's Offices

The Student Health Center is available to provide confidential counseling and psychological services, medical care, and health education to students. In addition, the Center is a confidential reporting resource for students.

• For information or to schedule an appointment, call 323-343-3300

Note:

• Certain types of care are time sensitive and not offered by the Student Health Center (e.g., HIV PEP, sexual assault forensic exam). Survivors are encouraged to contact a 24-hour hotline or the POV/Campus Advocate as soon as they are able for information related to next step timing and options.

• Mandated reporting may apply (e.g., child abuse and neglect, suspicious injuries). Students are encouraged to inquire about mandated reporting requirements prior to disclosures to allow for informed decision-making and appropriate referrals.

The University offers Support Advisors for complainants and respondents. For information, contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX.

24-Hour Hotlines

• Find national and local 24-hour hotlines and agencies at 24-Hour Hotlines and Local Services

Campus Options for Victims and Survivors

• Visit Cal State LA Title IX and Cal State LA Office of Civil Rights and Title IX for reporting options
• View additional rights and options at Rights and Options for Victims of Sexual Misconduct/Sexual Assault, Sexual Exploitation, Dating and Domestic Violence, and Stalking
• File a complaint at Title IX/DHR Online Reporting Form