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Annual Campus Safety and Security Report 2007-2008 Please file this report as a resource document to which you can refer throughout the year. Note: Official copies of this report may be obtained at the Student Services Office on our campus. Your safety on our campus is of the utmost concern to us. Please take the time to review this document and, in particular, the suggestions on how to be safe on campus. Please inform either of us of any safety concerns that you may have. Sincerely, Michael J. Cleary, Campus Student Services Officer Russell Hardy, Campus Finance Officer New Mexico State University Carlsbad (NMSU Carlsbad) places a high priority on the personal safety of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Numerous people and resources on campus are dedicated to providing you with a safe learning and working environment. The following report describes security practices and procedures at NMSU Carlsbad and lists crime statistics for the most recent calendar year. The University is required to report this information under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, formerly known as the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990. Beginning with the 1992 report and each year thereafter, the University will disseminate information on the status of campus security to all current students and employees. Upon request, the report will be provided to any applicant for enrollment or employment. This publication is intended to provide a general description of campus security arrangements and procedures which encourage accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes to the Carlsbad Police Department. Security procedures will be reviewed on an annual basis.
Campus emergencies
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New Mexico State University's Carlsbad campus is relatively safe. Murder, non-negligent manslaughter, and rape have not occurred on campus Crime Statistics Uniform Crime Report (UCR) is a program of City, County and State Agency crime statistic Contribution. This program provides a nationwide view of crime based on the submission of statistics by law enforcement agencies throughout the county.
Campus Security - A Shared Responsibility A campus community is one that relies on a peaceful, safe, and secure environment. Preserving this environment is a responsibility everyone on campus must share. Members of the campus community are asked to be aware of and adhere to the policies described in this report and to be familiar with the nature of crime on campus. Being realistic about our risks is especially important. Believing we are safe from harm may give us peace of mind, but even communities with relatively low crime rates can experience increases in the number and seriousness of crimes. We each must make an effort to minimize opportunities for criminals and rely on ourselves and each other for our personal safety. You also may obtain information about crime on campus by attending crime-prevention programming sponsored by the Associated Students of NMSU Carlsbad (ASNMSU Carlsbad), Criminal Justice Club and Student Services. Do YOUR part to make our campus a SAFE place!
IF YOU DRIVE A CAR
WHEN YOU'RE WALKING
To report a crime or an emergency on campus, call the Carlsbad Police Department at 911. Carlsbad officers will respond to all reports of crime and emergencies. Prompt reporting of crimes greatly improves campus security and safety. Crime reports can be made at any time. Carlsbad Police Department is open and police services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Priority is given to reports of incidents that threaten the life or safety of people, the security of property, and the peace of the community. Reports can be made in person at the Police Department or by phone by dialing:
CALL THE CARLSBAD POLICE DEPARTMENT IF:
Call quickly. Don't assume someone else has made the call. Try to provide the police dispatcher with accurate, detailed information about the problem. Stay on the line until the dispatcher says it's OK to hang up. The dispatcher will relay information to emergency responders who are on the way to the scene. If you are reporting a medical emergency, ask someone to monitor the victim's conditions so you can relay this information over the phone to the dispatcher. Carlsbad Police Department dispatchers are certified in Emergency Medical Dispatching and can provide valuable advice about how to administer first aid to a victim. In addition, the campus buildings more often used in the evening have pay phones located in lobbies. To report an emergency from a pay phone on campus, dial 911. The call is free. Calling 911 puts the caller in touch with the Carlsbad Police Department. If any other emergency situation arises, i.e., injury, fire, etc. don't hesitate to call 911 immediately for assistance. After calling the authorities and reporting the incident, please call one of the following administrators:
The Office of The Vice President for Student Affairs, as delegated by the President of the University, establishes and enforces standards of conduct for NMSU Carlsbad students. Under the provisions of the "Code of Conduct," the University expects students to maintain standards of personal integrity and discipline that are in harmony with the educational goals of the institution; to be in compliance with all local, state and federal laws and University regulations; and to respect the rights, privileges, and property of other people. These standards of conduct and the established disciplinary procedures for alleged violations of these standards are published in the latter pages of The Student Handbook. The University has effective policies that prohibit possession or consumption of alcohol on campus and strong disciplinary sanctions for sexual misconduct. Disciplinary actions range from a formal warning to expulsion from the University. Students charged with law violations may expect to have the matter handled both through the criminal justice system and the University disciplinary process. ALL infractions of the "Code of Conduct" should be reported as soon as possible to the Campus Student Services Officer. Access to Academic buildings If you encounter an individual(s) that appear to be without a legitimate reason for being on campus, then approach them and inquire as to whether they are a student, what their purpose is for being on campus and request to see a photo ID. If the individual(s) refuse to comply with your request, then ask them to leave and inform them that if they do not leave within 10 minutes that the police will be called and they will be charged with trespassing. If they do not leave, call the police by dialing 9-911 from a campus phone or 911 from the pay phone and report the incident. The local police have assured us that we can count on their speedy response. Most campus buildings and facilities are accessible to members of the campus community, guests, and visitors during normal business hours Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Certain facilities also may be open for designated hours on Saturdays and Sundays during the Weekend College sessions. Exterior doors on campus buildings are locked and secured each evening by custodians. There are some exceptions, as when a faculty asks that doors be left open to allow access for evening classes. On weekends, doors can be open at specific times to accommodate special events (i.e. concerts, recitals). Computer labs have flexible hours. To find out when labs are open, students should check with the department that oversees the lab. Campus Prohibited Access Policy The following individuals may be prohibited from entering upon land or buildings owned or used by the Regents of New Mexico State University, its colleges, departments, branches, experiment stations, ranches, and all property owned or occupied by agencies supervised by the Regents:
In order to be prohibited from use of University lands and buildings, individuals must be notified in writing of the prohibition by the Vice President for Student Services/Dean of Students or a designee. Notice may be made personally or by certified mail. Individuals so notified shall be immediately barred, subject to the right to request a hearing within three (3) days of the service of notification or within six (6) days of the date of mailing the certified letter. Extension of time will be given to the next business day for any day that occurs on a weekend or a holiday as established by NMSU Carlsbad. Appeals shall be made by giving a written notice to the office of the President of intent to appeal. Hearing on the appeal shall be within seven (7) days from the receipt of the notice of appeal. Neither the individual prohibited nor the University shall be represented at the hearing by legal counsel. The hearing need not conform to the strict rules of legal evidence. In the event that the President or his/her designee reverses the prohibition, the individual shall be immediately entitled to enter upon University land or property. In the event that the President or his/her designee affirms the decision, the individual's prohibition shall continue. The decision of the President or his/her designee is final. Under most circumstances, prohibitions under this policy will be for one year or less. When the prohibition is indefinite, the affected individual may petition for the removal of the prohibition after one calendar year by submitting a written request to the Vice President for Student Services/Dean of Students. With respect to individuals convicted of criminal acts against the University, its students, or employees, the one year shall commence to run at the time the individual is released from incarceration resulting from the conviction. Any violation of such prohibition may result in legal action by the Regents against the individual, including such criminal charges as may be appropriate under the circumstances, including criminal trespass. Maintenance and Security of Campus Facilities Exterior lighting is an important part of the University's commitment to campus safety and security during nighttime. On a regular basis, problems with exterior lighting on campus are reported by the Maintenance Department to the Campus Student Services Officer. Periodically, a comprehensive survey of all exterior lighting is conducted by Maintenance employees and other campus representatives. Custodians from the Maintenance Department report problems with doors, windows, and security hardware daily to the Campus Student Services Officer. Shrubbery, trees, and other vegetation on campus are trimmed on a regular basis. The personnel annually survey campus grounds to ensure that landscaping designs take safety into consideration. Parking lots and other areas around building are patrolled by Carlsbad Police and campus staff. The Maintenance Department, in addition to maintaining the grounds and buildings, becomes involved with designing, landscaping, and lighting buildings and open spaces on campus. In recent years one goal has been to create a safe and aesthetically pleasing physical environment. The Facilities & Instructional Operations Committee is a body of faculty, staff, and students that serves in an advisory capacity. The objectives of the committee are to establish safety policies to prevent personal injury/death and to eliminate or reduce all hazards to the health and well-being of NMSU Carlsbad students, personnel, and/or physical resources. Each administrative unit within the University is charged with the responsibility for establishing safety procedures and criteria within its own areas. All employees are advised that they have personal responsibility for safe work performance. Security Awareness and Crime Prevention Programs A community and its police must do more than simply react to crime. It is important to look for opportunities to detect crime. NMSU Carlsbad provides the following services and programs to improve safety on campus and to educate the community about safety issues:
Notifying Campus of Criminal Activity The Facilities & Instructional Operations Committee advises members of the campus community about campus crime and crime-related problems. This is accomplished through various means:
The issue of sexual assault and other sexual misconduct is at the forefront in universities nationwide. NMSU has a specific policy prohibiting sexual misconduct and will assist victims in seeking counseling, changing room assignments, making academic changes, and in any other way possible (including criminal prosecution if the victim so desires). Students, faculty and staff, and visitors are reminded that they can contact Student Services Office for assistance at any time, and do not have to file an official police report in order to be helped. Sexual Harassment What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment may be any unwanted sexual conduct or attention in the employment or academic setting which may cause a hostile or offensive environment. The verbal or physical conduct must be of a sexual nature to constitute sexual harassment. It is the policy of New Mexico State University to provide an atmosphere free of sexual harassment for all faculty, staff, and students. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature may constitute sexual harassment when:
A full description of the Sexual Harassment policy is available at the Campus Executive Office at NMSU Carlsbad. University Policies and Programs Concerning Alcohol and Other Drugs Consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is prohibited on the campus of NMSU. In compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, this section of the Annual Campus Safety and Security Report refers the reader to New Mexico State University's drug policies and programs contained in the "Discipline Related Policies and Procedures" section of the Student Handbook. This document summarizes the educational programs, policy on alcohol, penalties and sanctions that may be imposed for violation of local, state, and federal laws controlling drugs and alcohol. The list of controlled substances and their uses and effects (which may be found at 21 U.S.C. 812 and 21 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) are also included in the Student Handbook. Alcohol Alcohol is a general depressant that slows down functioning of the brain and central nervous system. It may produce anesthesia, coma, respiratory depression, and/or death at dosage levels 10 times greater than those producing mild effects.
Alcohol carries a high risk of psychological and physiological dependence with regular or sustained use. Tolerance develops to depressant effects, and withdrawal symptoms occur within a few hours of a single episode of acute intoxication. Common short-term hazards arise from faulty judgment, lack of coordination, emotional instability, and increased aggressiveness. Other dangers include risk of death by overdose (via alcohol alone or in combination with other drugs), irreversible damage to body tissue (brain, liver, pancreas, kidneys), and nutritional deficiencies accompanying long-term use. Research has shown that even small amounts of alcohol can harm an unborn baby, and moderate ingestion of alcohol can be a factor in lowered birth weight, pre-maturity, miscarriage, or stillbirth. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a group of birth defects that can ensue from heavy drinking during pregnancy. Any one or more of the following defects may occur:
FAS is the third primary cause of mental retardation existing at birth. Sources: Irwin, Samuel, PH.D., Drugs of Abuse: An Introduction to Their Actions and Potential Hazards, D.I.N. Publications, 7th Ed., 1986. Tobias, Joyce M., R.N., Kids and Drugs: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals, Panda Press, 1st Ed., 1986. The possession and carrying of firearms, loaded or unloaded, is prohibited on all lands under the control of the Board of Regents, New Mexico State University, except in the following cases: certified New Mexico Peace Officers engaged in the official performance of their assigned duties; approved University experiments and/or projects; transporting of firearms to and from a place of storage; ROTC, under the direction of the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and other approved academic use. All requests, exceptions, and interpretations of this policy will be managed by the Chief of Police. The decision of the Chief of Police may be appealed to the Vice President for Human and Physical Resources. The decision of the Vice President for Human and Physical Resources in these matters shall be final. Definitions of Reported Crimes The Jeanne Clery Act of 1998 requires that universities report those crimes that are classified by the FBI Uniformed Crime Report as murder and non-negligent manslaughter, negligent manslaughter, forcible and non-forcible sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, liquor law violations, drug abuse violations and weapon law violations. The UCR definitions for these crimes are listed below. Criminal Homicide - Murder and non-negligent manslaughter The willful (non-negligent) killing of one human being by another. Criminal Homicide - Negligent manslaughter The killing of another person through gross negligence. Sex Offenses - Forcible Any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent.
Sex Offenses - Nonforcible Unlawful, non-forcible sexual intercourse.
Registered Sex Offenders We are required by law to inform you where law enforcement agency information provided by a State under section 170101(j) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 14071(j)), concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained. The State of New Mexico Department of Public Safety maintains a website for accessing this information. The web address is http://www.nmsexoffender.dps.state.nm.us/. Robbery The taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear. In New Mexico, the crime or robbery is a type of "forceful" larceny and consist of the theft of anything of value from the person of another or from the immediate control of another, by use or threatened use of force or violence. First, second and third degree robbery are included for the UCR statistics, (NMSA, 30-16-2, 1978 Revised). Aggravated Assault An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a weapon or by means likely to produce death or great bodily harm. (It is not necessary that injury result from an aggravated assault when a gun, knife, or other weapon is used which could and probably would result in serious personal injury if the crime were successfully completed.) In New Mexico, for purposes of aggravated assault under UCR, the crime of aggravated battery is used, which is a third degree felony. Traditionally, New Mexico considers the battering of a person more severe than an assault (which is basically placing one in fear). Therefore, NMSU 30-3-5 on aggravated battery is more in line with the FBI-UCR classification of aggravated assault. Burglary The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft. For reporting purposes this definition includes: unlawful entry with intent to commit a larceny or felony; breaking and entering with intent to commit a larceny; housebreaking; safecracking; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. In New Mexico, burglary is considered a {class of larceny} and is a third degree felony. For the purposes of the UCR program in New Mexico, aggravated burglary is a second degree felony. Aggravated burglary is when the burglar is armed with a deadly weapon. Motor Vehicle Theft The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle (Classify as motor vehicle theft all cases where automobiles are taken by persons not having lawful access even though the vehicles are later abandoned, including joyriding.) Arson Any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another, etc. Liquor Law Violations The violation of laws or ordinances prohibiting: the manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, possessing of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to a minor or intemperate person; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public conveyance; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition.) Drug Abuse Violations Violations of State and local laws relating to the unlawful possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (demerol, methadones); and dangerous non-narcotic drugs (barbituates, benzedrine). Weapon Law Violations The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapon offenses, regulatory in nature, such as: manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. |
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