Timely Warnings:
In the event that a situation arises, either on or off campus, that, in the judgment of the Chief of Campus Police, constitutes an ongoing threat to
members of the campus community, a campus wide “timely warning” will be issued. The warning will be posted on the JJCPD Web site, issued via the JJC
e-mail system, forwarded to the JJC Blazer and posted on bulletin boards or in other relevant places throughout campus.
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Reporting Criminal
Offenses:
Community members, students, faculty, staff and visitors are strongly encouraged to report all crimes, suspicious activity and other public-safety
related matters to the Joliet Junior College Police Department (JJCPD) as soon as possible by calling the appropriate number listed below or by coming
to the JJCPD station located in room G-1013 on Main Campus.
JJCPD dispatch center is staffed 24 hours-a-day and police officers are available to respond to all calls for assistance. JJCPD will investigate all
reports of criminal or suspicious activity and deal with them appropriately.
All crimes reported will also be included in the required annual crime statistics and timely warning or crime alert notices will be issued when
appropriate.
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Additional Reporting Options:
Victims or witnesses to crimes may also report the offense to the Dean of Student Development by calling (815) 280-2309 or through the Silent Witness
program accessible through the Campus Police Web site.
Crimes or tips on criminal activity may be reported anonymously. These reports will be investigated by Campus Police, and if found to be legitimate,
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Campus Police Authority and Jurisdiction:
Joliet Junior College Police Department (JJCPD) officers have full police powers and authority to apprehend and arrest anyone involved in illegal acts.
In addition to making arrests and filing criminal charges, JJCPD officers also have the option of referring student offenders to the Student Code of
Conduct.
JJCPD works closely with Joliet Police, Illinois State Police and the Will County Sheriff’s Police departments. These agencies may be called upon to
assist in the investigation of crimes if it is deemed that manpower and equipment needed to properly investigate the crime are beyond what's available
at JJCPD. The prosecution of all state and local criminal and traffic offenses is conducted by the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office through
the Will County Circuit Court. Violations of federal statutes will be handled by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Illinois.
JJCPD also has direct computer access to Illinois Secretary of State’s (SOS) records, Law Enforcement Assistance Data System (LEADS) and the National
Crime Information Center (NCIC) for state and national criminal records and warrant information.
Criminal Activity Off Campus:
JJCPD does not have any formal policy to monitor criminal activity by students off campus. However, JJCPD will fully cooperate with surrounding police
agencies to investigate off campus criminal activity by students. Additionally, JJCPD may file criminal charges against or refer to the Student Code
of Conduct, students who are involved in criminal activity off campus if it is deemed to be in the best interests of the college community.
Drug and Alcoholic Beverage Policy:
The use or possession of alcoholic beverages and drugs on JJC property is governed by State of Illinois and federal laws as well as by JJC board
policies.
The possession, sale or furnishing of alcoholic beverages on JJC property is strictly forbidden unless specifically authorized by the president of the
college at a college event. Additionally, State of Illinois law expressly prohibits the possession of alcohol by anyone under the age of 21
years. Both state law and college policies will be strictly enforced by JJCPD.
The unlawful sale, possession, use or distribution of any narcotic, drug, marijuana or other controlled substance is strictly forbidden on JJC
property. All federal and state laws and local ordinances governing these substances will be strictly enforced. This includes statutes that call for
enhanced charges and penalties for incidents on or near school properties.
Violators will be referred to Federal Court, Will County Court and/or referred to the Student Code of Conduct. Violators referred to the Student Code of
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Sexual Assault Prevention and Response:
Joliet Junior College provides sexual assault and rape prevention awareness information to its students. Literature on these topics is available at
JJCPD, the Student Center in Room D-1010 and at information kiosks around campus. JJCPD also provides periodic RAD training classes for students and
staff.
If you are the victim of a sexual assault on campus, your first priority should be to get to a place of safety followed by medical treatment. JJCPD
encourage victims to report any incidents of sexual assault, immediately to the JJC Police Department at (815) 280-2911. Time is a critical factor in
collecting and preserving evidence that would be vital to any prosecution.
Filing a police report will not:
- obligate a victim to prosecute or pursue the incident in court or,
- subject a victim to judgmental opinions from officers.
Filing a police report will:
- ensure that a victim receives necessary medical treatment and tests at no cost to them;
- provide the opportunity for collection of vital evidence which would be lost if reporting
was delayed (ideally a victim should not wash, use the bathroom, douche, or change
clothes prior to a medical exam or the collection of evidence);
- ensure that a victim has access to free confidential counseling from counselors
specifically trained in sexual assault counseling (Y-Cares and
Guardian Angel) and crisis intervention.
The victim of a sexual assault has the choice of pursuing the matter through the criminal justice system as well as the JJC
Student Code of Conduct. Members of the JJCPD will work with the victim and guide them through their options and support them through the ensuing process.
JJCPD also will enlist the assistance of Joliet Police Department and Illinois State Police in the investigation process, if necessary. Joliet
Junior College also will work with victims to make necessary changes in their academic situation.
If a case of sexual assault is referred to the
Student Code of Conduct:
- Both the accused and the accuser are entitled to the same opportunities and to have one person, who has no legal training, to accompany them through the judicial process.
- Both the accused and the accuser are entitled to be informed of the outcome of the judicial process.
- Accused persons found in violation of the Code of Conduct for a case of sexual assault may be suspended or expelled from JJC on the first offense.
Sex Offender Registration Policy:
The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act(CSCPA) of 2000 is a federal law that provides for the tracking of convicted sex offenders enrolled at or
employed by institutions of higher education. The law requires the Illinois State Police to provide JJC Police Department with a list of registered
sex offenders who indicated that they are either enrolled or work at JJC.
JJCPD is required to provide the campus community with information that will direct them to the State of Illinois Sex Offender Registry if they wish
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Policy for Reporting the Annual Disclosure of Crime Statistics:
The Joliet Junior College Police Department is in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
Act, 20 USC 1092(f). This is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose information about campus crimes. The Joliet Junior
College Police Department serves as the Clery Act compliance office. The full text of this report can be located on our Web site at
www.jjc.edu/Admin/CampusPolice. This report is prepared by collecting data on students referred to
the JJC Dean of Student Development for code of conduct
violations. Incidents involving violations of the law are also collected from local law enforcement agencies such as the City of Joliet Police, the
City of Romeoville Police and the City of Morris Police who surround our Main Campus, City Center Campus, Romeoville Campus and Morris Campus.
Campus crime arrest and referral statistics include those reported to JJC Police, designated campus officials and local law enforcement agencies.
These statistics may also include incidents that occurred in areas adjacent to JJC campuses. Illinois law requires prompt, mandatory reporting to the
local law enforcement agency by health care practitioners when they provide medical services to a person they know or reasonably suspect is
suffering from wounds inflicted by a firearm or as a result of battery or physical abuse. Counselors inform their clients of the procedures to report
crime to the Joliet Junior College Police on a voluntary or confidential basis should they feel it is in the best interest of the client. A procedure
is in place to anonymously capture crime statistics displayed confidentially during such a session.
Each year, notification of crime statistics is made to students, faculty and staff through the JJC Student Handbook and the JJCPD informational
booklet. Copies of the report may also be obtained on the JJCPD Web site, at the JJCPD headquarters located at G-Building room G-1013
or by calling (815) 729-9030. A partial version of this report is also located in the JJC Catalog.
Access Policy:
Campus buildings and facilities are accessible to the public during normal hours of business from Monday through Friday, and during designated hours
on Saturday and Sunday. Some facilities may have individual hours, which may vary at different times of the year. In these cases, the facilities will
be secured according to schedules developed by the vice president or designee responsible for the facility. The college is officially closed on Board
of Trustee-designated holidays. Emergencies may necessitate changes or alterations to any posted schedules.
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