Alcohol Use

2023-24 Drug Free Schools and Communities Act

The University of Northern Colorado strives to provide the campus community with tools and resources to promote the health and well-being of students, faculty and staff. As a recipient of both state and federal funding, UNC is obligated to abide by both state and federal laws related to the use of alcohol, marijuana and other drugs. Please take time to read the 2023-24 Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Annual Notification to learn more about the following:

Institutional policies regarding alcohol and drug use
Laws and potential legal consequences of substance use
Health effects of substance use
Resources for those who need support with alcohol or other drug use

Colorado Immunity from Arrest and Prosecution Law

Colorado law protects people from criminal prosecution for certain drug and alcohol violations if they call for help in an alcohol‐ or drug‐related emergency, including marijuana (C.R.S. §18‐1‐711).

The caller will be immune from criminal prosecution if they comply with the following:

The caller must provide their name to police or emergency medical services
The caller must remain on scene until help arrives
The caller must cooperate with police and emergency medical services

Immunity also extends to the person in need of medical attention if that person complies with these same requirements.

Additional Resources:
Research-based information on drinking and its impact
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Facts for Parents

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Colorado Immunity from Arrest and Prosecution Law

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