Student Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program

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1 Student Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program

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3 Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program It is the policy of Aerosim Flight Academy to comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the Drug-Free Workplace Act, and Part 86 of the Department of Education s General Administrative Regulations. Accordingly, the following information regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol is distributed to new students, and annually to currently enrolled students, at Aerosim Flight Academy via the insitutions system. Standard of Conduct The unlawful use, manufacture, distribution, dispensation, or possession of alcohol, illegal drugs, or any controlled substance on school premises or while involved in school-related activities off campus is strictly prohibited and subject to the disciplinary sanctions noted below. Students who know of academy students who violate these standards are encouraged to notify the Office of Campus Safety of such offenses. Academy Sanctions Students under investigation for violations of the standard of conduct are subject to probation and may be referred to local authorities for prosecution. Students arrested for violation of local, state, or federal drug or alcohol laws will be subject to suspension from the Academy. A criminal conviction will result in the student s dismissal from the Academy. Parents of dependent students will be notified of such violations as allowed under the FERPA Act. A written report will be placed in their permanent academic record. Loss of Title IV Eligibility A student is ineligible to receive Title IV, HEA program funds if the student was receiving Title IV, HEA program funds and during that time has been convicted of an offense involving the possession or sale of illegal drugs for the period described in the chart below: NUMBER OF OFFENSES 1ST Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense POSESSION OF ILLEGAL DRUGS 1 year from the date of conviction 2 years from the date of conviction Indefinite period SALE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS 2 years from the date of conviction Indefinite period Legal Sanctions Federal Laws Federal law considers the manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of illegal drugs, or any controlled substance, a serious crime. 3

4 See below and page 5 for a summary of the criminal sanctions for violations of federal drug statutes. For the most up-to-date Federal Trafficking Penalties information, visit the web-site of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration at: Federal Trafficking Penalties for Marijuana, Hashish and Hashish Oil, Schedule I Substances Marijuana 1,000 kilograms or more marijuana mixture or 1,000 or more marijuana plants Marijuana 100 to 999 kilograms marijuana mixture or 100 to 999 marijuana plants Marijuana 50 to 99 kilograms marijuana mixture, Hashish More than 10 kilograms Hashish Oil More than 1 kilogram Marijuana less than 50 kilograms marijuana (but does not include 50 or more marijuana plants regardless of weight) First Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs., or more than life. Fine not more than $10 million if an individual, $50 million if other than an individual. Second Offense: Not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine not more than $20 million if an individual, $75 million if other than an individual. First Offense: Not less than 5 yrs. or more than 40 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine not more than $5 million if an individual, $25 million if other than an individual. Second Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine not more than $8 million if an individual, $50million if other than an individual. First Offense: Not more than 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if other than an individual. Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if other than an individual. First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000, $1 million if other than an individual. Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than individual. Hashish 10 kilograms or less Hashish Oil 1 kilogram or less 4

5 Federal Trafficking Penalties for Schedules I, II, III, IV, and V (except Marijuana) Schedule Substance/Quantity Penalty Substance/Quantity Penalty II Cocaine grams mixture Cocaine 5 kilograms or II IV I I I II II Cocaine Base grams mixture Fentanyl grams mixture Fentanyl Analogue grams Heroin grams mixture LSD 1-9 grams mixture Methamphetamine 5-49 grams pure or grams mixture PCP grams pure or grams mixture First Offense: Not less than 5 yrs. and not more than 40 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine of not more than $5 million if an individual, $25 million if not an individual. Second Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine of not more than $8 million if an individual, $50 million if not an individual. more mixture Cocaine Base 280 grams or more Fentanyl 400 grams or more Fentanyl Analogue 100 grams or more Heroin 1 kilogram or more LSD 10 grams or more Methamphetamine 50 grams or more pure or 500 grams or more PCP 100 grams or more pure or 1 kilogram or more mixture First Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine of not more than $10 million if an individual, $50 million if not an individual. Second Offense: Not less than 20 yrs, and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine of not more than $20 million if an individual, $75 million if not an individual. Substance/Quantity Any Amount Of Other Schedule I & II Substances Any Drug Product Containing Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid Flunitrazepam (Schedule IV) 1 Gram Any Amount Of Other Schedule III Drugs Penalty First Offense: Not more that 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than Life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if not an individual. Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if not an individual. First Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not more that 15 yrs. Fine not more than $500,000 if an individual, $2.5 million if not an individual. Any Amount Of All Other Schedule IV Drugs (other than one gram or more of Flunitrazepam) Second Offense: Not more than 20 yrs. If death or serious injury, not First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000 if an individual, $1 million if not an individual. Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine not more than $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than an individual. Any Amount Of All Schedule V Drugs First Offense: Not more than 1 yr. Fine not more than $100,000 if an individual, $250,000 if not an individual. Second Offense: Not more than 4 yrs. Fine not more than $200,000 if an individual, 5

6 State Laws Florida state laws set a range of punishments for drug offenses. The potential punishment for a drug possession charge depends on the type of controlled substance, the type of charge, and the degree of the misdemeanor or felony. The sentence for a misdemeanor conviction depends on the degree of the charge. A second degree misdemeanor may lead to a sentence of imprisonment for up to sixty days, while a first degree misdemeanor can result in a sentence of up to one year. In a drug possession case for a third degree felony, the term of imprisonment can last for up to five years and require a fine up to the amount of $5,000. However, a second degree felony charge may result in a term of imprisonment for up to fifteen years and a fine in an amount up to $10,000. For drug distribution activities prosecuted as possession with an intent to sell, a third degree felony, the term of imprisonment can last for up to five years and require a fine up to the amount of $5,000. A second degree felony conviction may result in a term of imprisonment for up to fifteen years and a fine in an amount up to $10,000. Drug trafficking prosecuted as a first degree felony can result in a range of sentences. Florida law sets a maximum term of thirty years for a first degree felony. However, state laws also establish specific terms of imprisonment that depend on the type of drug and the quantity of the drug involved in the trafficking activities. Some trafficking offenses include mandatory minimum sentences and the punishment escalates with a greater quantity of controlled substances. The punishment for drug cultivation or manufacturing activities depends on the type of drug or controlled substance involved in the offense. Marijuana cultivation may be prosecuted as a third degree felony, which can result in a term of imprisonment for up to five years, a fine in an amount up to $5,000, or both. The manufacturing of other controlled substances specified by Florida law require prosecution as a second degree felony, which increases the potential term of imprisonment up to fifteen years and the fine to a maximum of $10,000. Marijuana Statutes in Florida Possession 3rd degree felony; Under 20 grams: 1st degree misdemeanor; In excess of 25 lbs. is trafficking (1st degree felony) Sale 3rd degree felony, unless less than 20 g. for no consideration, then 1st degree misdemeanor; Subsequent offense: 10 yrs. Trafficking All sentencing done pursuant to sentencing guidelines: lbs.: mandatory $25,000 and 3 yrs.; ,000 lbs.: mandatory $50,000 and 7 yrs.; Over 10,000 lbs.: 15 yrs. and mandatory $200,000 Cocaine Statutes in Florida Possession 3rd degree felony;possession of 28 g. is trafficking (1st degree felony) Sale 2nd degree felony (penalties more severe near school) 6

7 Trafficking All sentencing is to be done pursuant to sentencing guidelines: g.: $50,000 and 3 yrs.; g.: $100,000 and 7 yrs.; 400 g.-150 kg.: 15 yrs. and $250,000; Over 150 kg.: Potential life imprisonment Heroin Statutes in Florida Possession 3rd degree felony; Possession of 4 g. is trafficking (1st degree felony) Sale 2nd degree felony; Sales of over 10 g.: 1st degree felony (penalties more severe near school) Trafficking All sentencing to be done pursuant to sentencing guidelines: 4-14 g.: $50,000 and 3 yrs.; g.: $100,000 and 15 yrs.; 28 g.-30 kg.: 25 yrs. and $500,000; Over 30 kg.: 1st degree felony, life imprisonment It is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to have in her or his possession alcoholic beverages. Any person under the age of 21 who is convicted of a violation of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree. However, any person under the age of 21 who has been convicted of a violation of this subsection and who is thereafter convicted of a further violation of this subsection is, upon conviction of the further offense, guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree. Local Ordinances It shall be unlawful for any person to possess any open or unsealed container of alcoholic beverage on a public or semi-public parking lot within Seminole County, or to consume any alcoholic beverage in such areas. It shall be unlawful for any person to possess any container of alcoholic beverage on a public beach or a public park within Seminole County or to consume any alcoholic beverage in such areas. It shall be unlawful for any person occupying a motor vehicle that is driven, stopped, standing, or parked on or in any public or semi-public highway within Seminole County or who is otherwise on or in a public or semi-public highway, to possess any open or unsealed container of alcoholic beverage or to consume any alcoholic beverage in or on such highways. It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to have in his possession any alcoholic beverages in a publicly owned park or recreation area, or on any public school property, or at any municipally owned and operated recreation centers or swimming pools. It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or have in his possession any alcoholic beverages in any open container on any public street, thoroughfare, or sidewalk (except in a licensed sidewalk cafe), or on any public or semi-public parking facility in the city. It shall be unlawful for any person to have in his possession any alcoholic beverages in any open container while in or on any motor vehicle on any public or semi-public parking facility in the city. 7

8 No person shall consume or have in his possession any alcoholic beverages in an open container on any other privately owned property, except as a lawful guest and with the consent of the owner or person in charge of such privately owned property. If you need legal advice, you should contact your personal attorney. There may also be civil consequences that result from the violation of state or federal drug and alcohol statutes. Property associated with the criminal acts, including homes and vehicles, can be confiscated by the government. Persons convicted of felonies may be barred from government employment, and loose the right to vote. Health Risks Drug use causes physical and emotional dependence, interferes with memory, sensation and perception, and in some cases, may cause permanent brain damage or sudden death. The following is a summary of the various health risks associated with alcohol abuse and use of specific types of drugs, and is not intended to be an exhaustive or a final statement of all possible health consequences of substance abuse. Alcohol Alcohol consumption has acute effects on the body and causes a number of marked changes in behavior. Even low doses may significantly impair judgment and coordination. Alcohol is an especially dangerous drug for pregnant women. Marijuana Marijuana contains THC, a chemical that alters the sensory activities of the brain, including long-term memory capabilities, comprehension, altered sense of time, decreased motivation, and reduced ability to perform tasks requiring concentration and coordination. Marijuana smoke contains more cancer-causing agents than tobacco. Cocaine/Crack Cocaine and crack are highly addictive and may lead to heart attacks, strokes, and long-term brain damage. Other physical effects include dilated pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, tactile hallucinations, paranoia, and seizures. Continued use can produce violent behavior and psychosis. Methamphetamine/Amphetamines Methamphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant of the amphetamine family. Like cocaine and crack, methamphetamines are highly addictive uppers that produce extreme alertness and elation, along with a variety of severe adverse reactions. Methamphetamine is generally cheaper than cocaine and because other body metabolizes it slower, the effects may last as much as 10 times longer. Methamphetamine users can experience sustained, severe mood and thought disturbances, serious physical effects, including sudden death. 8

9 Narcotics Narcotics such as heroine, methadone, oxycodone, codeine, morphine, and opium initially produce a feeling of euphoria that often is followed by drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting. An overdose may produce shallow breathing, clammy skin, convulsions, coma, and death. Tolerance to narcotics develops rapidly and dependence is likely. The use of contaminated syringes may result in diseases such as AIDS, endocarditis, and hepatitis. Ecstasy Designer drugs such as Ecstasy are related to amphetamines in that they have mild stimulant properties but are mostly euphoriants. They can cause nausea, blurred vision, chills or sweating, and faintness. Psychological effects include anxiety, depression, and paranoia. As little as one dose can cause severe neurochemical brain damage. Narcotic designer drugs can cause symptoms such as uncontrollable tremors, drooling, impaired speech, paralysis, and irreversible brain damage. GHB/Rohypnol Often known as date rape drugs, GHB and Rohypnol initially produce a feeling of intoxication similar to alcohol (the user feels relaxed, sociable, affectionate and playful, and uninhibited) followed by a feeling of drowsiness. Higher doses can lead to sleep from which the user cannot be woken. The effects can last from four to 24 hours. Both GHB and Rohypnol represent a serious overdose threat. Since they are depressants, both drugs can be fatal when mixed with alcohol. Symptoms of overdose can include intense drowsiness, unconsciousness or coma, muscle spasms, disorientation, vomiting, and slowed or stopped breathing (fatalities usually occur from respiratory failure). Inhalants Inhalants are readily available and inexpensive. More than 1,000 common household products can be used to get high. Examples of organic solvents (carbon compounds) include gasoline, lighter fluid and butane lighter fuel, spray paint, paint thinner, rubber-cement, hair spray, nail polish, and many cleaning fluids. Nitrite compounds (amyl nitrite, butyl nitrite) act mainly as vasodilators. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is packaged in small metal cartridges (called whippets), which are often used to make whipped cream. Inhalants irritate breathing passages, provoking severe coughing, painful inflammation, and nosebleeds. Inhalants may not produce a pleasant high and result in mental confusion, hallucinations, and paranoia. They may also result in respiratory depression leading to unconsciousness, coma, permanent brain damage, or death. The danger is extremely great if inhalants are used in conjunction with other nervous system depressants, such as alcohol or barbiturates. Even first-time users run the risk of sudden sniffing death (SSD). The risk of SSD is higher if the abuser engages in strenuous physical activity or is suddenly startled. Steroids Steroids are manufactured testosterone-like drugs used to increase muscle mass, strength, and endurance. The liver and the cardiovascular and reproductive systems are most seriously 9

10 affected by steroid use. Psychological effects include very aggressive behavior ( roid rage ), severe mood swings, manic episodes, and depression. Assistance Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Referral Service provides free and confidential information in English and Spanish for individuals and family members facing substance abuse and mental health issues. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. SAMHSA s Toll-Free Treatment Referral Helpline: HELP (4357) Below are the names and contact information for facilities located in Seminole County, FL Central Florida Teen Challenge 3706 South Sanford Avenue Sanford FL New Life Connections Inc 404 West 25th Street Sanford FL (407) SCCD/Crossroads of Sanford 919 East 2nd Street Sanford FL Grove Counseling Center 111 West Magnolia Avenue Longwood FL Outpatient Services Human Services and Resources 184 South Central Avenue Oviedo FL and Associates Inc Human Services and Resources 220 Live Oaks Boulevard Casselberry FL and Associates Inc Behavioral Support Services Inc 801 Douglas Avenue Suite 208 Altamonte Springs FL Management Consulting Services 307 Cranes Roost Boulevard Suite 1018 Altamonte Springs FL (407) CAS Comprehensive Addiction Solutions Journeys End Counseling Consulting and Training LLC New Options and Lifestyles Development 283 Cranes Roost Boulevard Suite 111 Altamonte Springs FL South Semoran Boulevard Suite 1040 Winter Park FL Aloma Stree Suite 121 Winter Park FL Students requiring or requesting additional information about or assistance with drug and/or alcohol abuse treatment should contact the Academy s Student Services Department. 10