Laws on Student Searches and Police on Campus

Join us for an essential webinar that will provide a clear and practical overview of the laws governing student searches, seizures, and the presence of law enforcement on campus.

This session will help you understand the legal boundaries and best practices for responding to student incidents, handling student searches, and collaborating with law enforcement at your school. We will break down relevant legal standards, such as “reasonable suspicion” versus “probable cause,” and discuss real-world scenarios to help you minimize liability while protecting student rights and maintaining campus safety.

Key Takeaways:

• Legal standards for conducting student searches
• The role and limits of school staff vs. law enforcement
• Best practices for working with SROs and police
• Policies your school should have in place
• Recent case law and emerging legal issues