Arrested as a Tulane or Loyola Student?
What’s at Stake Beyond Court
For students at Tulane and Loyola, an arrest is not just a legal problem—it is an academic and professional one. Advice to “handle the criminal case first” is often dangerous. The real risks involve financial aid, academic standing, and future licensing.
FAFSA and Financial Aid Risks
One of the most overlooked consequences is the impact on federal financial aid. Certain convictions—particularly drug-related offenses—can trigger the loss or suspension of federal aid and delays in disbursement.
Criminal Charges vs. University Discipline: The Parallel Tracks
Students face two separate processes that run in parallel:
- The Criminal Case: Handled in court, focusing on legal guilt and potential fines or jail.
- The University Disciplinary Process: Handled internally, focusing on conduct codes and campus safety.
Crucially: A case dismissed in court does not automatically disappear academically. Universities can discipline students based on their own “more likely than not” standards.
Why Coordination is Key
The goal in student cases is containment. An experienced lawyer needs to coordinate the defense to ensure that what you say in the university hearing doesn’t hurt your criminal case, and vice versa.
Don’t let a mistake derail your degree. We help students protect their record and their education simultaneously.
