Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 Annual Report

It is the mission of Central Carolina Community College to provide the safest educational environment possible for all faculty, staff, students and visitors at all CCCC campus locations.

Known and suspected violations of Federal and North Carolina laws and other emergencies should be reported to the college Vice President of Administrative Services.

Access to CCCC facilities is from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. during school hours with key control allowing access to sensitive areas and after hours building entry.

Central Carolina Community College utilizes contracted security services in the day and evening hours. The college receives support from local and state agencies having jurisdiction.

Crime awareness is addressed at Personnel Orientation annually and Student Orientation each semester.

Faculty, staff, and students must recognize that taking individual steps to protect themselves from becoming the victim of a crime and working together as a campus community in prevention programs is essential.

As required by the provisions of the Campus Security Act, the following statistics are provided for you information:

Offenses Reported Academic Year 2007-2008 Totals Academic Year 2008-2009 Totals
Murder = -0- -0-
Rape = -0- -0-
Robbery = -0- -0-
Aggravated Assault = -0- -0-
Burglary = -0- -0-
Motor Vehicle Theft = -0- -0-
Arrested Initiated for the Following:
Liquor Law Violations = -0- -3-
Drug Abuse Violations = -0- -2-
Weapons Possessions = -0- -0-

Students participating in off campus (college sponsored) activities need to report criminal incidents to the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction, and inform the Vice President of Administrative Services as soon as possible after the incident.

CCCC promotes a drug and alcohol free environment and supports this nationwide movement.

  1. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY REPORTING
    1. Faculty/Staff/Students/Visitors

      Known and suspected violations of Federal and North Carolina criminal laws will be reported to the following officials for appropriate action:

      1. Lee County Campus: Vice President for Administrative Services- G. Wayne Robinson or his Designee
      2. School of Telecommunications: Lead Instructor- Ben Johnson or his Designee
      3. Harnett County Campus: Provost- Bill Tyson or his Designee
      4. Chatham County Campus: Provost- Karen Allen or her Designee
      5. Siler City Center: Director of Continuing Education- Carl Thompson or his Designee
    2. The Vice President for Administrative Services, Provosts at Harnett and Chatham Campuses and the Lead Instructor at the School of Telecommunications

      Will upon notification of criminal activity:

      1. Assign Emergency Response Committee member(s) to process and document the complaint/report.
      2. Involve (as necessary) the appropriate law enforcement support agency.
      3. Conduct necessary follow-up activities and file required documentation to college administrators.
    3. Emergency Response Committee

      Will review campus crime reports to ensure that:

      1. The data required by the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act is complied and disseminated.
      2. Campus crime prevention programs are followed with special emphasis placed on campus community involvement.
      3. The information flow stresses the necessity for individual awareness and that faculty, staff, and students take some responsibility for their own personal safety.
  2. ACCESS TO CAMPUS FACILITIES

    All Central Carolina Community College campus locations are open to faculty, staff, students, and visitors during normal operating hours.

    All persons, while on the premises, are expected and required to obey all federal, state and local laws and ordinances, as well as college procedures governing appropriate conduct.

    Person in violation of the above will be subject to any action deemed appropriate by competent authority.

    1. Accessibility During Closed Hours
      1. Access during closed hours will be governed by the following procedures:
        1. Prior arrangements must be made and approved by the person responsible for the location being accessed.
        2. Students desiring access to any academic facility must be accompanied by a staff member or have written approval from their instructor.
        3. Two persons must be present at all times using a facility such as a shop or laboratory where potential for injury exists.
    2. Key Distribution

      Keys will be distributed by the Business Office only. All keys are to be deemed controlled items and will not be duplicated.

  3. CAMPUS LAW ENFORCEMENT/CAMPUS SECURITY

    Central Carolina Community College has security personnel on campus in the day and evening hours. The College has established and will maintain liaison with law enforcement support agencies.

    Law Enforcement Support Agencies:

    • NC State Bureau of Investigation
    • Harnett County Sheriff's Department
    • NC State Highway Patrol
    • Chatham County Sheriff's Department
    • Lee County Sheriff's Department
    • Lillington Police Department
    • Sanford Police Department
    • Pittsboro Police Department
  4. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY AT OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

    Criminal incidents occurring off campus to students participating in a college function should be reported to the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction. The Vice President of Administrative Services should be informed of the incident as soon as possible.

    • Lee County Designee- Ken Hoyle
    • School of Telecommunications Designee- Ben Johnson
    • Harnett County Designee- Bill Tyson
    • Chatham County Designee- Karen Allen
  5. DRUG AND ALCOHOL PREVENTION INFORMATION

    Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1994

    Central Carolina Community College complies with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 (Public Law 101-226) as implemented by regulations and contained in 34 CFR Part 86, Subpart B, (amended as Title IV Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1994).

    1. Program and Policy

      Promoting a drug and alcohol free environment is everyone's responsibility. CCCC supports this nationwide movement and is committed to maintaining such an environment for all employees and students. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance by employees or students at any official college location or at any location while engaged in activities on behalf of the college is prohibited. "Controlled substance" generally refers to drugs which have a high potential for abuse. Such drugs include, but are limited to, heroin, cocaine, marijuana, PCP, and "crack." This includes, but is not limited to, narcotic drugs, hallucinogenic drugs, amphetamines, barbiturates, marijuana, anabolic steroids, or any other controlled substance as defined in Schedules I through V of Section 2020 of the Controlled Substance Act (21 U.S.C. Section 812) and is further defined by regulation at 21 C.F.R. 1300.11 through 1300.15 or article 5 Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes. They also include "legal drugs" which are not prescribed by a physician. Likewise, possessing, consuming, or serving alcoholic beverages at any college location is prohibited*.

      N.C. General Statutes 90-95 states that it is unlawful for any person:

      • To manufacture, sell, deliver, or possess with intent to manufacture, sell, or deliver a controlled substance;
      • To create, sell, deliver, or possess with intent to sell or deliver, a counterfeit controlled substance;
      • To possess a controlled substance.

      CCCC policies also prohibit:

      • Possessing, consuming, or serving alcohol beverages or controlled substances; or use, manufacture, and/or sell of controlled substances at any college location. Applies to all employees and students.
      • Possessing, using, transmitting, or being under the influence of any narcotic drug, intoxicant of any kind. Applies to all employees and students.
    2. Disciplinary Action

      If an EMPLOYEE is convicted of violating and criminal drug statue while in the workplace, he or she will be subject to disciplinary action up to an including termination. Likewise, the violation of the college Alcohol Policy is also subject to disciplinary action. This action may include, but is not limited to, probation, suspension, termination, or the required successful completion of a drug or alcohol treatment program sponsored by an approved private or governmental institution as a precondition for continued employment.

      A penalty will be imposed on STUDENTS through the office of the Vice President for Educational and Student Support Services as a result of unacceptable conduct which includes violation of the college's drug and alcohol policies. Disciplinary actions may include: a written reprimand; being dropped from a class; receiving a failing grade on a test of course; probation; suspension from the college; dismissal from the college; or possible prosecution. More information can be found in the student code of conduct sections of the student handbook or the college catalog.

    3. Drug Counseling and Rehabilitation Services

      CCCC recognizes that the effects of drug and alcohol use. For more information about health risks along with legal repercussions please see the attached link or see the back of the student handbook for Drugs: The Risks and the Laws and Alcohol: The Risks and the Laws.

      If you need to seek assistance for any reason related to the use/abuse or drugs or alcohol, a member of the CCCC counseling staff will act as a referral source to the following services of Lee, Chatham, and Harnett counties:

      ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS 919-776-5522
      PINEHURST TREATMENT CENTER 910-215-3330
      HOLLY HILL HOSPITAL 1-800-447-1800
      CAROLINA BEHAVORIAL CARE 910-295-6007
      SANDHILLS CENTER/LEE 919-774-6521
      HIGH POINT BEHAVORIAL HEALTH 1-800-525-9375
      SANDHILLS CENTER/HARNETT 910-893-2118
      ALAMANCE REGIONAL MEDICAL CTR 1-800-522-9418

    Full texts of all applicable laws and college policies are available in the office of the Vice President for Educational and Student Support Services.

    * Single exception is given to the Civic Center where alcoholic beverages may be served but not sold by non-college agencies renting this facility.