Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Education

2026-2027 Information for Students and Employees of Boise State

The Boise State University Drug and Alcohol Prevention and Education publication is provided to all students and employees at Boise State University. This publication contains policies from the University’s Policy Manual, which are subject to change at the discretion of Boise State University. The drug and alcohol information is provided in compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226), 34 C.F.R. 668.46.

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Notice of Non-Discrimination
For Students – Prevention and Education
For Employees – Prevention and Education
Health Risks Associated With Alcohol or Other Drugs
Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy
Student Code of Conduct
Quick Reference Campus Contacts

Section 1 Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of Boise State University to comply with all federal, state and local authorities requiring nondiscrimination, including but not limited to Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975 (ADEA). Boise State is an equal opportunity employer and endeavors to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified applicants.

The University does not exclude from participation in, deny the benefits of, or subject any individual to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or sexual orientation, except as allowed by federal, state or local law.

Contact Information

Office of Compliance and Ethics

Title IX

For more information or if you believe you have been subject to discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender, or pregnancy, please contact Boise State’s Title IX Coordinator:

Office of Compliance and Ethics
Title IX Coordinator
University Plaza, Suite 250
1910 University Dr, Boise, ID 83725-1215
(208) 426-1258
reportdiscrimination@boisestate.edu

Title VI

If you believe you’ve been discriminated against on any other basis, including race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or would like more information, contact:

Office of Compliance and Ethics
University Plaza, Suite 250
1910 University Dr, Boise, ID 83725-1215
(208) 426-1258
reportdiscrimination@boisestate.edu

U.S. Department of Education

To file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education:

U.S. Department of Education
Office of Civil Rights (OCR)
915 Second Avenue Room 3310
Seattle, WA 98174-1099
(206) 607-1600
OCR.Seattle@ed.gov
OCR Online Complaint Form

You may also file a complaint with:

Idaho Human Rights Commission
317 West Main Street
Boise, Idaho 83735-0660
(208) 334-2873

Section 2 For Students – Alcohol or Other Drug Prevention and Education

Boise State University provides an inclusive and affirming learning environment where students are taught responsible decision-making and held accountable for their actions. We offer a number of initiatives for our student body through education, assessment, intervention, and treatment of alcohol issues. Our collaborative approach focuses on reducing risky behaviors. The following report details policies, education and outreach, and responsive actions that occur when students violate university policies, and/or local, and state laws. Departments from across the university collaborate to provide relevant programming to students on a variety of topics.

Alcohol or Other Drug Education

A multitude of alcohol and other drug education programs are offered to students throughout the year and focus on risk reduction, alternatives to alcohol, safer spring breaks, and the risks of binge drinking. Specifically, we offer:

Wellness Services

Wellness Services:

Provides harm reduction based materials and supplies such as giveaways with warning signs of substance abuse, safer sex supplies, opioid overdose prevention tools, recovery strategies, and programming around substance use to the Boise State community.
Programming includes but is not limited to in-class presentations, Peer Education led outreach tabling services, and interactive alcohol education workshops.
Educational supplies include but are not limited to brochures, responsible drinking tips magnets, key tags that include emergency services information.

Parent Alcohol Handbook

The Parent Alcohol handbook provides information and talking points for parents to speak with their students about drinking in college. The handbook is published on several Boise State websites and is handed out to parents at orientation throughout the summer.

Party Smart Residence Hall Program

The goal is to provide students with safer drinking strategies if they choose to drink. Drinking is never a completely safe choice, but there are things that students can do that make it more or less safe for themselves and their peers. Our goal is to empower them to make safer choices. This program occurs monthly on Friday nights in first year residence halls, aiming to catch students as they are heading out for the night. At this program students take an online SBIRT tool Screen U for drinking that encourages them to reflect on how drinking impacts their lives.

Nicotine Cessation Support

Wellness Services provides tobacco cessation tools to current tobacco users and encourages students to reflect on how tobacco use could negatively impact their life.

Wellness Bars

Based on a program out of Stony Brook University and University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Wellness Bars encourage students to connect with one another without the use of alcohol and teaches safe drinking skills. A number of topics and activities are used to teach students valuable healthy coping skills, as well as to inform them about important policies such as the Amnesty Policy.

InterFraternity Counsel + Wellness Services Party Smart Kits

Driven by a desire to address growing concerns around party safety after increased Bronco Alerts, InterFraternity Council (IFC) leaders approached Wellness Services seeking practical, non-judgmental tools to protect their peers. What started as a conversation about increasing fraternity engagement quickly expanded into a broader safety mission, the “Party Smart Kit” program. These high-visibility, harm-reduction toolkits are equipped with drink-spiking prevention, standard drink guides, emergency action protocols, and other tools to empower students to look out for one another’s wellbeing. By partnering directly with the students who identified this need, this initiative translates student leadership into a measurable enhancement of our campus health and safety culture.

BPD On Campus Prescription Drop Box

Now a permanent fixture of the Boise State campus, the prescription drop box is a safe disposal location for campus members to dispose of their extra medication.

Alternative Events: Dry Tailgate

Dry Tailgate promotes engagement in athletic events without the use of alcohol while offering harm reduction strategies, mocktails, and prizes to help decrease the harmful effects of alcohol and other drugs.

Opioid Overdose Response and Naloxone on Campus

The purpose of the Opioid Overdose Response and Naloxone on Campus program is to increase the availability of naloxone, an opioid antagonist, as well as fentanyl and xylazine testing strips on the Boise State Campus, thus reducing the risk of fatal overdose occurring.

Boise State has installed opioid overdose response boxes and Barney Boxes across campus in collaboration with Central District Health and campus partners. The overdose response boxes contain NARCAN® (a brand of naloxone nasal spray), face shields for rescue breaths, gloves, and a pulse oximeter. Barney Boxes also include fentanyl and xylazine testing strips, offering a proactive way to identify high-risk substances and prevent overdose.

Where Can I Find Naloxone on Campus?

You can find locations for naloxone on the Boise State Campus Map. NARCAN® is a safe, easy-to-use medication that works quickly to revive someone experiencing an opioid overdose.

Broncos Act

Broncos Act was created in partnership with the JED Campus initiative to encourage students to seek help for medical issues related to alcohol and drug consumption. Broncos Act is in place to address situations that may involve illegal activities, such as underage drinking and/or drug use, BUT also involve help-seeking behavior(s) for those in need of medical assistance. It is our belief that students who seek help for themselves and/or others should be able to do so without having to worry about “getting in trouble” with the University. Simply put, Broncos Act is Boise State University’s amnesty protocol.

Web Resources

College Drinking

The College Drinking resource discusses the signs and consequences of alcohol poisoning and how to prevent serious harm. Topics include:

Alcohol myths
Figuring blood alcohol content
Following alcohol through the body and see how it affects your organs and system
FAQs on alcohol overdose (or alcohol poisoning)
Snapshot of drinking consequences
Tips for cutting down on drinking
Getting help
What peer educators and resident advisors need to know about college drinking

Test your BrAC with the Drink Wheel

Visit the Drink Wheel to learn how different drinks will affect your blood alcohol content levels. This resource uses anonymous information about your gender, weight, duration of drinking, and how many drinks in order to calculate your potential blood alcohol content level.

Go Ask Alice

Go Ask Alice is an internet Q&A site by Columbia University. The topics relate to health, alcohol and drugs, sexuality, and nutrition. You can submit a question or read the answers to other people’s questions.

Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies

The Bowles Center for Alcohol Studies website is a general education tool for students that discusses warning signs of alcohol dependence, healthy choices, and how to get help.

Boise State Wellness Services

Boise State Wellness Services include:

Party Smart Strategies
Signs of Alcohol Poisoning
Broncos Act and calling 911 (Amnesty Protocol)
Safety in Moderation
Standard Drink Sizes
Alcohol Resources (On and Off Campus)

Alcohol and Drug Screenings

Alcohol and Drug Screenings include:

AODA
ScreenU

Counseling Services

Counseling Services assists individuals who struggle with alcohol and drug use and are seeking to make changes. They complete both voluntary and mandated screenings. Alcohol and Other Drugs Assessment (AODA) screenings are sanctioned through the Dean of Students Office or Athletics due to a violation of the Campus Alcohol and Drug, Athletics, and/or Residence Hall and Apartment Policy:

Alcohol and Other Drugs Assessment

The AODA assessment provides outreach and prevention services to Boise State students to educate them on alcohol and drug use risks and risk reduction strategies to minimize negative outcomes. Students are provided with screening, feedback and education about alcohol and substance abuse. An overall assessment of their mental health helps them to explore strategies to improve and maintain emotional stability and health.

Procedure

Students who are sanctioned to complete an AODA assessment will be filtered through one of three levels of intervention. The sanctioning entity (typically the Office of the Dean of Students) will determine which level of assessment the student will need to complete. The following describes each level of intervention:

Level 1 / First Offense

Students who are found responsible for their first alcohol or drug related issue, or when the severity of the issue is found to have a minimal level of risk, will participate in sanctions managed by the referring entity. Counseling Services may be consulted as necessary.

Level 2 / Second Offense

Students who are found responsible for their second alcohol or drug related issue, or when the severity of the issue is such that it merits an increased level of intervention, will participate in sanctions that consist of the following:

The student will present to Health Services to schedule a Level 2 AODA with a Counselor or Counseling Trainee (CT) in accordance with policy.
The student will meet with a Counselor/CT. The CT/Counselor and the student will explore the incident that led to them being sanctioned.
A detailed history will be taken of the student’s current and past alcohol and drug use.
The Counselor/CT will provide psychoeducation regarding standardized drink sizes, harm reduction strategies for alcohol and drug use, education on available resources, and goal setting for future alcohol and drug use.
The Hearing Officer will assign the ScreenU for Alcohol for the student to complete. ScreenU is a web-based program that utilizes the principles of SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) to identify and intervene with students who are engaging in risky alcohol, cannabis, or prescription drug use behaviors. It provides students with personalized feedback, resources, and support to help them make healthier choices.
A second appointment will be scheduled for review of completed ScreenU, examination of use of strategies discussed in the first session, and feedback from the Counselor/CT on the progress the student has made since their first session.
Referral may be made for further mental health services if necessary.
Cost per session: $50. Minimum of two sessions per sanction.

NOTE: After discussing the incident and alcohol/drug history, the Counselor/CT (with consultation from senior clinical staff) will determine if a follow up or second level 2 session and assignment of CHOICES workbook is necessary. This decision will be done on a case-by-case basis.

Level 3 / Multiple Offenses

Students who are found responsible for multiple alcohol or drug related issues, or when the severity of the issues are such that it merits a clinical level of intervention, will participate in sanctions that consist of the following:

The student will present to Health Services to schedule a Level 3 AODA with a Counseling Services licensed clinician in accordance with policy.
The student will meet with a licensed mental health provider. The student will explore the incident that led to them being sanctioned.
The student will be led through discussion of their goals, values and strengths.
The student will be assessed on their overall well-being through the utilization of the following assessments: PHQ-9 (depression), GAD-7 (anxiety), ASSIST & AUDIT (alcohol and drug use).
The student will be assessed on their personal alcohol and drug use, familial alcohol and drug use history, former and current patterns of use, and consequences of alcohol and drug use.
The student will explore their perspective of their substance use and motivation to make changes.
A second session will be scheduled for the clinician to give feedback and education connecting the issue the student was referred for, the consequences of their substance use choices, progress made on goals for future alcohol and drug use, results from administered assessments, education on available resources, and the development of a plan for future alcohol and drug use behavior.
Referral may be made for further mental health services if necessary. Depending on the severity of the student’s case, they may be referred to a community provider if deemed outside of the scope of practice of Health Services.
Cost per session: $100. There is a minimum of two sessions per sanction that will be paid in full at the time of first session.

Upon Completion

Upon completion of the assigned sanction, the participating clinician will communicate with the sanctioning entity that the sanctions have been completed.

A release of information must be completed and signed by the student prior to this communication.
Documentation of the sanction will be secured in the student’s confidential health record.

All questions regarding the AODA process or completion of sanctions should be referred to Health Services AODA Program Coordinator or the Director of Counseling Services.

Voluntary Screenings

Alcohol and drug screenings are also available on a voluntary basis. A full intake assessment will be completed and the therapist will work with the client to develop goals specific to their alcohol or drug use issues. The screenings will be used to assess the client’s substance abuse issues and to determine appropriate treatment measures. Treatment options and needs range from an inpatient treatment center, intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient treatment. Counseling Services primarily provides individual therapy, but offers groups and other supports on campus. Clients are asked to inform their provider of any specific needs or concerns they may have while completing the screening process. If the needs are greater than the level of care provided through Health Services, a therapist will work with the client to identify appropriate community treatment options to meet the client’s needs.

Additional resources

Medical Services at Health Services screens all new patients (students, faculty, staff and dependents), and all established patients annually for alcohol use disorders. Patients are referred to Counseling Services, as described in the “Voluntary Screenings” section. If medical treatment is needed, referrals are made to appropriate community resources.

Section 3 For Employees – Alcohol or Other Drug Prevention and Education

Boise State maintains a safe and healthy environment for members of the university community. We recognize the health risks associated with drug and/or alcohol abuse and are committed to supporting employees who seek treatment for these conditions. All members of the university community have a personal responsibility to adhere to all applicable laws, policies, and regulations concerning the use of alcohol or other drugs.

Resources

Human Resources – Human Resources provides support and guidance for individual employees and supervisors on topics related to substance abuse issues, and the impacts of those issues in the workplace, including performance, attendance, and leaves of absence.
Idaho RADAR Center – The Idaho RADAR Center provides free information about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs to Idaho residents. It includes a Video Lending Library of over 900 titles and functions as a statewide information clearinghouse and resource referral center.
Health Services – Health Services provides convenient, accessible and high-quality healthcare to the campus community. They offer a wide range of comprehensive and integrated services to students, faculty and staff on campus.
Employee Assistance Program – The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential service that provides short-term counseling services to eligible employees and their families to help them address personal and work-life issues. You may contact the EAP by phone to speak with a professional counselor who will listen to your concerns and guide you to the appropriate services you need. You can receive unlimited support by telephone, or go online to access timely, expert information on thousands of topics and resource and referral information. ComPsych Guidance Resources is the provider for EAP services for the State of Idaho.
CARE – Living, learning, and working at Boise State can be stressful and might cause someone to be disruptive, threatening or irrational. The CARE Team provides assistance to the university community (students, faculty and staff) to help assess and find solutions for managing distressing, disturbing, disruptive, and dangerous behaviors.
New Employee Required Training: All university employees, including student employees, must complete new employee required training within 30 days of their hire. This training reviews key policies which employees must certify they have read, including the university’s Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy (Boise State Policy #7020). The policy’s purpose is outlined in the following statement:

Boise State University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for members of the university community. The university recognizes the health risks associated with drug and/or alcohol abuse and is committed to supporting employees who seek treatment for these conditions. Policy violations may result in disciplinary action, but will also be considered an opportunity for the university to help employees find appropriate services and treatment for drug and/or alcohol abuse. All members of the university community have a personal responsibility to adhere to all applicable laws, policies, and regulations concerning the use of alcohol or other drugs.

Section 4 Health Risks Associated With Alcohol or Other Drugs

Signs of Alcohol Poisoning

Alcohol poisoning is a serious situation that can lead to illness, brain damage, and death. There are many signs of alcohol poisoning. Knowing these signs and what to do can save lives.

The signs include:

mental confusion, stupor, coma
the person can’t be awakened by pinching, prodding or shouting
unconscious (passing out)
vomiting
seizures
inability to make eye contact
slow breathing (fewer than eight breaths per minute)
low or irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths)
hypothermia (low body temperature)
bluish skin color
paleness

Commonly Abused Drugs

For the following commonly abused drugs, review to learn more about commercial and street names, DEA schedules, intoxication effects and potential health consequences.

Cannabinoids

Hashish

Commercial and Street Names: boom, chronic, gangster, hash, hash oil, hemp
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: euphoria, slowed thinking and reaction time, confusion, impaired balance and coordination, cough, frequent respiratory infections; impaired memory and learning; increased heart rate, anxiety, panic attacks; tolerance, addiction

Marijuana

Commercial and Street Names: blunt, dope, ganja, grass, herb, joints, Mary Jane, pot, reefer, sinsemilla, skunk, weed
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: euphoria, slowed thinking and reaction time, confusion, impaired balance and coordination, cough, frequent respiratory infections; impaired memory and learning; increased heart rate, anxiety, panic attacks; tolerance, addiction

Depressants

Benzodiazepines (other than flunitrazepam)

Commercial and Street Names: Ativan, Halcion, Librium, Valium, Xanax: candy, downers, sleeping pills, tranks
DEA Schedule: IV / swallowed, injected
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: reduced anxiety; feeling of well-being; lowered inhibitions; slowed pulse and breathing; lowered blood pressure; poor concentration / fatigue; confusion; impaired coordination, memory, judgment; addiction; respiratory depression and arrest; death. Also for for benzodiazepines—sedation, drowsiness / dizziness flunitrazepam—visual and gastrointestinal disturbances, urinary retention, memory loss for the time under the drug’s effects

Flunitrazepam***

Commercial and Street Names: Rohypnol: forget-me pill, Mexican Valium, R2, Roche, roofies, roofinol, rope, rophies
DEA Schedule: IV / swallowed, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: reduced anxiety; feeling of well-being; lowered inhibitions; slowed pulse and breathing; lowered blood pressure; poor concentration / fatigue; confusion; impaired coordination, memory, judgment; addiction; respiratory depression and arrest; death.

GHB***

Commercial and Street Names: gamma-hydroxybutyrate: G, Georgia home boy, grievous bodily harm, liquid ecstasy
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: reduced anxiety; feeling of well-being; lowered inhibitions; slowed pulse and breathing; lowered blood pressure; poor concentration / fatigue; confusion; impaired coordination, memory, judgment; addiction; respiratory depression and arrest; death. Also for GHB—drowsiness, nausea / vomiting, headache, loss of consciousness, loss of reflexes, seizures, coma, death.

Methaqualone

Commercial and Street Names: Quaalude, Sopor, Parest: ludes, mandrex, quad, quay
DEA Schedule: I / injected, swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: reduced anxiety; feeling of well-being; lowered inhibitions; slowed pulse and breathing; lowered blood pressure; poor concentration / fatigue; confusion; impaired coordination, memory, judgment; addiction; respiratory depression and arrest; death. Also for methaqualone—euphoria / depression, poor reflexes, slurred speech, coma.

Dissociative Anesthetics

Ketamine

Commercial and Street Names: Ketalar SV: cat Valiums, K, Special K, vitamin K
DEA Schedule: III / injected, snorted, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate and blood pressure, impaired motor function / memory loss; numbness; nausea / vomiting. Also, for ketamine—at high doses, delirium, depression, respiratory depression and arrest

PCP and analogs

Commercial and Street Names: phencyclidine: angel dust, boat, hog, love boat, peace pill
DEA Schedule: I, II / injected, swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate and blood pressure, impaired motor function / memory loss; numbness; nausea / vomiting. Also for PCP and analogs—possible decrease in blood pressure and heart rate, panic, aggression, violence / loss of appetite, depression.

Hallucinogens

LSD

Commercial and Street Names: lysergic acid diethylamide: acid, blotter, boomers, cubes, microdot, yellow sunshines
DEA Schedule: I/swallowed, absorbed through mouth tissue
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: altered states of perception and feeling; nausea; persisting perception disorder (flashbacks). Also, for LSD—increased body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure; loss of appetite, sleeplessness, numbness, weakness, tremors, persistent mental disorders.

Mescaline

Commercial and Street Names: buttons, cactus, mesc, peyote
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: altered states of perception and feeling; nausea; persisting perception disorder (flashbacks). Also, for mescaline—increased body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure; loss of appetite, sleeplessness, numbness, weakness, tremors.

Psilocybin

Commercial and Street Names: magic mushroom, purple passion, shrooms
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate and blood pressure, impaired motor function / memory loss; numbness; nausea / vomiting. Also for psilocybin —nervousness, paranoia.

Opioids and Morphine Derivatives

Codeine

Commercial and Street Names: Empirin with Codeine, Fiorinal with Codeine, Robitussin A-C, Tylenol with Codeine: Captain Cody, Cody, schoolboy; (with glutethimide) doors & fours, loads, pancakes and syrup.
DEA Schedule: II, III, IV, V / injected, swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death. Also, for codeine—less analgesia, sedation, and respiratory depression than morphine.

Fentanyl and fentanyl analogs

Commercial and Street Names: Actiq, Duragesic, Sublimaze: Apache, China girl, China white, dance fever, friend, goodfella, jackpot, murder 8, TNT, Tango and Cash.
DEA Schedule: I, II / injected, smoked, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death.

Heroin

Commercial and Street Names: diacetylmorphine: brown sugar, dope, H, horse, junk, skag, skunk, smack, white horse.
DEA Schedule: I / injected, smoked, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death. Also for heroin—staggering gait.

Morphine

Commercial and Street Names: Roxanol, Duramorph: M, Miss Emma, monkey, white stuff.
DEA Schedule: II, III //injected, swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death.

Opium

Commercial and Street Names: laudanum, paregoric: big O, black stuff, block, gum, hop
DEA Schedule: II, III, V / swallowed, smoked
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death.

Oxycodone HCL

Commercial and Street Names: OxyContin: Oxy, O.C., killer
DEA Schedule: II / swallowed, snorted, injected
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death.

Hydrocodone bitartrate, acetaminophen

Commercial and Street Names: Vicodin: vike, Watson-387
DEA Schedule: II / swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: pain relief, euphoria, drowsiness / nausea, constipation, confusion, sedation, respiratory depression and arrest, tolerance, addiction, unconsciousness, coma, death

Stimulants

Amphetamine

Commercial and Street Names: Biphetamine, Dexedrine: bennies, black beauties, crosses, hearts, LA turnaround, speed, truck drivers, uppers
DEA Schedule: II/injected, swallowed, smoked, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate, blood pressure, metabolism; feelings of exhilaration, energy, increased mental alertness / rapid or irregular heartbeat; reduced appetite, weight loss, heart failure, nervousness, insomnia. Also, for amphetamine—rapid breathing / tremor, loss of coordination; irritability, anxiousness, restlessness, delirium, panic, paranoia, impulsive behavior, aggressiveness, tolerance, addiction, psychosis

Cocaine

Commercial and Street Names: Cocaine hydrochloride: blow, bump, C, candy, Charlie, coke, crack, flake, rock, snow, toot
DEA Schedule: II / injected, smoked, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate, blood pressure, metabolism; feelings of exhilaration, energy, increased mental alertness / rapid or irregular heartbeat; reduced appetite, weight loss, heart failure, nervousness, insomnia. Also for cocaine—increased temperature / chest pain, respiratory failure, nausea, abdominal pain, strokes, seizures, headaches, malnutrition, panic attacks

MDMA (methyl- enedioxymeth- amphetamine)

Commercial and Street Names: Adam, clarity, ecstasy, Eve, lover’s speed, peace, STP, X, XTC
DEA Schedule: I / swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: For MDMA—mild hallucinogenic effects, increased tactile sensitivity, empathic feelings/ impaired memory and learning, hyperthermia, cardiac toxicity, renal failure, liver toxicity.

Methamphetamine

Commercial and Street Names: Desoxyn: chalk, crank, crystal, fire, glass, go fast, ice, meth, speed
DEA Schedule: II / injected, swallowed, smoked, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: For methamphetamine—aggression, violence, psychotic behavior / memory loss, cardiac and neurological damage; impaired memory and learning, tolerance, addiction.

Methylphenidate (safe and effective for treatment of ADHD)

Commercial and Street Names: Ritalin: JIF, MPH, R-ball, Skippy, the smart drug, vitamin R
DEA Schedule: II / injected, swallowed, snorted
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: increased heart rate, blood pressure, metabolism; feelings of exhilaration, energy, increased mental alertness / rapid or irregular heartbeat; reduced appetite, weight loss, heart failure, nervousness, insomnia.

Nicotine

Commercial and Street Names: cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, snuff, spit tobacco, bidis, chew
DEA Schedule: not scheduled / smoked, snorted, taken in snuff and spit tobacco
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: For nicotine—additional effects attributable to tobacco exposure: adverse pregnancy outcomes; chronic lung disease, cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer; tolerance, addiction.

Other Compounds

Anabolic steroids

Commercial and Street Names: Anadrol, Oxandrin, Durabolin, Depo-Testosterone, Equipoise: roids, juice
DEA Schedule: III / injected, swallowed, applied to skin
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: No intoxication effects / hypertension, blood clotting and cholesterol changes, liver cysts and cancer, kidney cancer, hostility and aggression, acne; in adolescents, premature stoppage of growth; in males, prostate cancer, reduced sperm production, shrunken testicles, breast enlargement; in females, menstrual irregularities, development of beard and other masculine characteristic. Dissociative effects, distorted visual perceptions to complete dissociative effects/for effects at higher doses see ‘dissociative anesthetics’. Stimulation, loss of inhibition; headache; nausea or vomiting; slurred speech, loss of motor coordination; wheezing / unconsciousness, cramps, weight loss, muscle weakness, depression, memory impairment, damage to cardiovascular and nervous systems, sudden death.

Dextromethorphan (DXM)

Commercial and Street Names: Found in some cough and cold medications; Robotripping, Robo, Triple C
DEA Schedule: not scheduled / swallowed
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: No intoxication effects / hypertension, blood clotting and cholesterol changes, liver cysts and cancer, kidney cancer, hostility and aggression, acne; in adolescents, premature stoppage of growth; in males, prostate cancer, reduced sperm production, shrunken testicles, breast enlargement; in females, menstrual irregularities, development of beard and other masculine characteristic. Dissociative effects, distorted visual perceptions to complete dissociative effects/for effects at higher doses see ‘dissociative anesthetics’. Stimulation, loss of inhibition; headache; nausea or vomiting; slurred speech, loss of motor coordination; wheezing / unconsciousness, cramps, weight loss, muscle weakness, depression, memory impairment, damage to cardiovascular and nervous systems, sudden death.

Inhalants

Commercial and Street Names: Solvents (paint thinners, gasoline, glues), gases (butane, propane, aerosol propellants, nitrous oxide), nitrites (isoamyl, isobutyl, cyclohexyl): laughing gas, poppers, snappers, whippets
DEA Schedule: not scheduled / inhaled through nose or mouth
Intoxication Effects / Potential Health Consequences: No intoxication effects / hypertension, blood clotting and cholesterol changes, liver cysts and cancer, kidney cancer, hostility and aggression, acne; in adolescents, premature stoppage of growth; in males, prostate cancer, reduced sperm production, shrunken testicles, breast enlargement; in females, menstrual irregularities, development of beard and other masculine characteristic. Dissociative effects, distorted visual perceptions to complete dissociative effects/for effects at higher doses see ‘dissociative anesthetics’. Stimulation, loss of inhibition; headache; nausea or vomiting; slurred speech, loss of motor coordination; wheezing / unconsciousness, cramps, weight loss, muscle weakness, depression, memory impairment, damage to cardiovascular and nervous systems, sudden death.

Sources

Sourced from NIDA.

*Schedule I and II drugs have a high potential for abuse. They require greater storage security and have a quota on manufacturing, among other restrictions. Schedule I drugs are available for research only and have no approved medical use; Schedule II drugs are available only by prescription (not refillable) and require a form for ordering. Schedule III and IV drugs are available by prescription, may have five refills in 6 months, and may be ordered orally. Some Schedule V drugs are available over the counter.
**Taking drugs by injection can increase the risk of infection through needle contamination with staphylococci, HIV, hepatitis, and other organisms.
***Associated with sexual assaults.

Section 5 Employee Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Standards of Conduct

Boise State Policy Manual, Section 7, Policy 7020:

Boise State University expects each employee to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Therefore, the manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of drugs, including prescription medication used in an unauthorized manner, in the workplace or during working hours is prohibited. The university also strictly prohibits any impairment to the workplace from drug and/or alcohol use. Such violations of University Policy 7020 may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from employment.

Boise State Policy Manual, Section 7, Policy 7020 and Policy 7520:

As a condition of employment, any employee who receives a charge or conviction related to alcohol, controlled substances, or other drugs must notify Human Resources within two (2) business days of the charge or conviction. Failure to provide such notification may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from employment.

Workplace Standards of Conduct

The University has established Standards of Conduct applicable to all faculty, staff and student employees, which support a respectful, safe, ethical and healthy environment for all members of the University community. Appropriate workplace behavior is one of the University’s Standards of Conduct, which establishes the following commitments regarding abuse of Drugs and Alcohol:

Workplace Conduct

Drugs and Alcohol

Substance abuse is incompatible with the health and safety of our employees and students. It can also have a negative impact on their performance which affects the achievement of the University’s mission. Federal, state, and local laws, State Board of Education policies, and University policies have strict compliance requirements concerning the consumption of alcohol on University grounds and during work hours. They also have strict rules concerning the purchase of alcohol with University funds. Everyone in the campus community is expected to adhere to these requirements.

Boise State University strictly prohibits the illegal use, manufacture, possession, purchase, sale, or distribution of any drug or controlled substance while on Boise State University property, attending a University event, or while conducting University business.

Section 6 Student Code of Conduct

The Student Code of Conduct (Policy 2020) is a standard for student behavior and mechanism for accountability when violations occur. The code’s impact on students is primarily educational, but punitive sanctions such as suspension or expulsion from the University occur for egregious violations.

Additional Boise State Policies, Student Athletes Conduct Policy (Policy 2060), Alcohol on Campus (Policy 1050), and Club/Organization Policy provide guidelines for permissible and impermissible use of drugs and alcohol. All students residing in the residence halls, and any student documented or cited on campus by Police/Security, are adjudicated and sanctioned as appropriate.

The sections below describe Boise State University Student Code of Conduct Policy, the Office of the Dean of Students sanctioning guidelines for offenders, and protocol for communicating with parents.

Code of Conduct Violations

Section 4/B– Alcohol

Any use, possession, or distribution of alcoholic beverages in violation of Idaho state law or University Policy 1055 (Alcoholic Beverages), including but not limited to:

The underage possession or consumption of alcohol;
Selling, distributing, or furnishing of alcoholic beverages to a person under legal drinking age; Operation of a motor vehicle while demonstrating behaviors consistent with alcohol impairment, or with a blood alcohol or breath alcohol level at or above the legal limit;
Misconduct under the influence of alcohol, including but not limited to disruptive conduct by intoxication, or public intoxication.
Failure of a student group to take all necessary steps to ensure that no person under the legal drinking age possesses alcoholic beverages at functions it sponsors or within any property or transportation it owns, operates, and/or rents.

Section 4/H – Drug or Controlled Substance

Unlawful possession, manufacture, distribution, use, or sale of any controlled or illegal substance, drugs (designer or synthetic), or drug paraphernalia, including but not limited to a bong, bowl, hookah, homemade smoking device, pipe.
Possession or use of a prescription drug by an individual it was not issued to;
Distribution or selling of a prescription drug to a person for whom it was not prescribed;
Intentional or reckless ingestion or inhalation of substances that alter the state of mind, including nitrous oxide, glue, etc.

A violation may occur if the odor of an illegal or controlled substance or drug is present when more than one (1) individual can reasonably trace it to a specific individual, group, or location.

Sanctions: Code of Conduct Violations and Response

Students found responsible for conduct violation(s) are given sanctions. The completion of sanctions are mandated outcomes. If a student does not complete a sanction, an administrative “hold” is placed on their ability to register, preventing further attendance until the educational sanction is complete.

Sanctions for alcohol and drug violations include:

Alcohol.edu for Sanctions: An online alcohol education course. Students are notified by the Office of the Dean of Students that they must log in and complete the course by the deadline. A $125 fee will be posted to the student’s myBoiseState.edu account.
ScreenU: A screening tool that assesses substance use patterns and provides resources based on reported use.
eCHECKUP TO GO Marijuana: An online drug education course. Students are notified by the Office of the Dean of Students that they must log in and complete the course by the deadline. A $150 fee will be posted to the student’s my.BoiseState.edu account.
AODA Assessments: Conducted by Counseling Services. Behavioral health providers see students found in violation of the university alcohol and/or drug policy as part of the sanction process, in addition to those who voluntarily seek support regarding alcohol or drugs. Counseling Services uses a standardized set of assessments to determine the severity of the student’s substance use. Education surrounding substance use and safety is provided on an individual basis to assist students in engaging in critical thinking skills. Students set their own harm reduction plan/goals to help them in bringing awareness to their maladaptive behaviors.

Additional Educational Sanctions for Alcohol Violations

For drug and alcohol incidents, the university applies outcomes as per the sanctioning rubric for drugs and alcohol. Additional sanctions are given when a hearing officer concludes more education is needed (reflection papers, interviews, etc.) after talking with the student and considering the nature of the violation. The goal is to “meet the student where they are” in their developmental process. Not all students will have the same sanctions because they may be at different emotional and maturity levels.

Parent Notification and Education

Parents are informed during summer orientation programs about alcohol/drug issues in higher education. In addition, when a student violates the Code and is under the age of 21, parents are notified about the incident in a letter. An educational resource document is also sent to parents, informing them about drug/alcohol use in higher education and how to communicate with their students about the situation.

Code of Conduct Alcohol Violations – Minimum Sanctions

The following sanctions must be applied as a MINIMUM sanction for a drug/alcohol infraction. Additional sanctions may be applied as is appropriate for the offense.

Note: **Parental Notification is to occur for any student under 21 found responsible for violating either the alcohol and/or drug policy at Boise State University. While parental notification is not a sanction per se (i.e. it is not appeasable), language will be included in the decision letter that notification will occur. Notice is sent from the Office of the Dean of Students at the conclusion of the conduct process (which includes appeal time frames).

1st Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Disciplinary Warning
Educational Sanctions: Alcohol.edu; ScreenU; Reflection Essay; Meeting with Resident Director
Fees: $125
University Services Hours (discretionary): N/ A
Parental Notice**: No

2nd Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Disciplinary probation for 1 full year; Parent Notification
Educational Sanctions: 10 hours community service OR AODA Alcohol & Other Drug Assessment with education (level 2 or level 3)
Fees: $50 per session
University Services Hours (discretionary): N / A
Parental Notice**: Yes

3rd Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Phone call to parents; Probation Final Warning
Educational Sanctions: Reflection paper OR AODA (level 3): 30 hours Community Service (if appropriate)
Fees: $100 per session
University Services Hours (discretionary): 15 hours
Parental Notice**: Yes

4th Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Refer to Student Conduct Board: Consider Suspension (semester) and/or removal from housing
Educational Sanctions: Violation of Probation Violation
Fees: N / A
University Services Hours (discretionary): N / A
Parental Notice**: Yes

Drug Violations – Minimum Sanctions

Note: ** Parental Notification is to occur for any student under 21 found responsible for a repeat violation of either the alcohol and/or drug policy at Boise State University. While parental notification is not a sanction per se (ie–it is not appealable), language is to be included in the decision letter that this notification will occur. Notice will be sent to parents from the Office of the Dean of Students at the conclusion of the conduct process (which includes appeal time frames).

1st Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Disciplinary Warning
Educational Sanctions: E-Checkup To Go; Meeting with Resident Director
Fees: $150
University Services Hours (discretionary): N/ A
Parental Notice**: No

2nd Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Disciplinary probation for 1 full year; Parent Notification
Educational Sanctions: 10 hours community service OR AODA Alcohol & Other Drug Assessment with education (level 2 or level 3)
Fees: $50 per session
University Services Hours (discretionary): N / A
Parental Notice**: Yes

3rd Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Phone call to parents; Probation Final Warning
Educational Sanctions: Reflection paper OR AODA (level 3): 30 hours Community Service (if appropriate)
Fees: $100 per session
University Services Hours (discretionary): N /A
Parental Notice**: Yes

4th Offense

Disciplinary Sanctions: Refer to Student Conduct Board Suspension AND/OR Expulsion; removal from housing.
Educational Sanctions: Violation of Probation Violation
Fees: N / A
University Services Hours (discretionary): N / A
Parental Notice**: Yes

University Security and the Boise Police Department

The alcohol enforcement philosophy on campus is consistent with education/enforcement objectives. On campus, minor alcohol violations may be referred to Student Conduct with no police involvement. Serious or recurring alcohol problems may be referred to police to be cited or arrested. Students who overdose on alcohol will be taken to the hospital and may be cited for a criminal violation at the discretion of the responding police officer. Students found guilty in court of misdemeanor alcohol crimes are typically sentenced to a fine and a court ordered alcohol education class.

Legal Sanctions and Penalties

Federal Trafficking Penalties for Schedules I, II, III, IV, and V (except Marijuana)

Tier A Substances / Quantities and Penalties

Substances & Quantities (Tier A)

Schedule II Cocaine 5 kilograms or more mixture
Schedule II Cocaine Base 280 grams or more mixture
Schedule IV Fentanyl 400 grams or more mixture
Schedule I Fentanyl Analogue 100 grams or more mixture
Schedule I Heroin 1 kilogram or more mixture
Schedule I LSD 10 grams or more mixture
Schedule II Methamphetamine 50 grams or more pure or 500 grams or more mixture
Schedule II PCP 100 grams or more pure or 1 kilogram or more mixture

Penalties for Tier A Quantities

First Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine of not more than $10 million if an individual, $50 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not less than 20 yrs, and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine of not more than $20 million if an individual, $75 million if not an individual.
2 or More Prior Offenses: Life imprisonment. Fine of not more than $20 million if an individual, $75 million if not an individual.

Tier B Substances / Quantities and Penalties

Substances & Quantities (Tier B)

Schedule II Cocaine 500-4999 grams mixture
Schedule II Cocaine Base 28-279 grams mixture
Schedule IV Fentanyl 40-399 grams mixture
Schedule I Fentanyl Analogue 10-99 grams mixture
Schedule I Heroin 100-999 grams mixture
Schedule I LSD1-9 grams mixture
Schedule II Methamphetamine 5-49 grams pure or 50-499 grams mixture
Schedule II PCP10-99 grams pure or 100-999 grams mixture

Penalties for Tier B Quantities

First Offense: Not less than 5 yrs. and not more than 40 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine of not more than $5 million if an individual, $25 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. and not more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine of not more than $8 million if an individual, $50 million if not an individual.

Other Substances and Associated Penalties

Any Amount Of Other Schedule I & II Substances

First Offense: Not more that 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than Life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if not an individual.

Any Drug Product Containing Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid

First Offense: Not more that 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than Life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if not an individual.

Flunitrazepam (Schedule IV) 1 Gram

First Offense: Not more that 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than Life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if not an individual.

Any Amount Of Other Schedule III Drugs

First Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not more that 15 yrs. Fine not more than $500,000 if an individual, $2.5 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 20 yrs. If death or serious injury, not more than 30 yrs. Fine not more than $1 million if an individual, $5 million if not an individual.

Any Amount Of All Other Schedule IV Drugs (other than one gram or more of Flunitrazepam)

First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000 if an individual, $1 million if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine not more than $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than an individual.

Any Amount Of All Schedule V Drugs

First Offense: Not more than 1 yr. Fine not more than $100,000 if an individual, $250,000 if not an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 4 yrs. Fine not more than $200,000 if an individual, $500,000 if not an individual.

Federal Trafficking Penalties for Marijuana, Hashish and Hashish Oil, Schedule I Substances

Marijuana

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1,000 kilograms or more marijuana mixture or 1,000 or more marijuana plants

First Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs., or more than life. Fine not more than $10 million if an individual, $50 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine not more than $20 million if an individual, $75 million if other than an individual.

100 to 999 kilograms marijuana mixture or 100 to 999 marijuana plants

First Offense: Not less than 5 yrs. or more than 40 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine not more than $5 million if an individual, $25 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not less than 10 yrs. or more than life. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine not more than $8 million if an individual, $50million if other than an individual.

Less than 50 kilograms marijuana (but does not include 50 or more marijuana plants regardless of weight) / 1 to 49 marijuana plants

First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000, $1 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than individual

Hashish / Hashish Oil

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More than 10 kilograms Hashish

First Offense: Not more than 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if other than an individual.

10 kilograms or less Hashish

First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000, $1 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than individual

More than 1 kilogram Hashish Oil

First Offense: Not more than 20 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, not less than 20 yrs. or more than life. Fine $1 million if an individual, $5 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 30 yrs. If death or serious bodily injury, life imprisonment. Fine $2 million if an individual, $10 million if other than an individual.

1 kilogram or less Hashish Oil

First Offense: Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000, $1 million if other than an individual.
Second Offense: Not more than 10 yrs. Fine $500,000 if an individual, $2 million if other than individual

Federal Penalties for Possession of Illegal Drugs:

21 U.S.C. 844(a) 1st Conviction

May be sentenced to a term of imprisonment of not more than 1 year, and shall be fined a minimum of $1,000, or both. After 1 prior drug conviction: Shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment for not less than 15 days but not more than 2 years, and shall be fined a minimum of $2,500. After 2 or more prior drug convictions: Shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment for not less than 90 days but not more than 3 years, and shall be fined a minimum of $5,000. Special sentencing provisions for possession of crack cocaine: Shall be imprisoned not less than 5 years and not more than 20 years, and fined a minimum of $1,000 if:

(a) 1st conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 5 grams; or
(b) 2nd crack conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 3 grams; or (c) 3rd or subsequent possession and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 1 gram.

21 U.S.C. 853(a)(2) and 881 (a)(7)

Forfeiture of personal and real property used to possess or to facilitate possession of a controlled substance if that offense is punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment. (See special sentencing provisions re: crack)

21 U.S.C. 881(a)(4)

Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, aircraft or any other conveyance used to transport or conceal a controlled substance.

21 U.S.C. 853a

Denial of Federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and professional and commercial licenses, up to 1 year for first offense, up to 5 years for second and subsequent offenses.

18 U.S.C. 922(g)

Ineligible to receive or purchase a firearm.

Miscellaneous

Revocation of certain Federal licenses and benefits, e.g. pilot licenses, public housing tenancy, etc., are vested within the authorities of individual Federal agencies.

Federal Penalties for Possession of Illegal Drugs:

21 U.S.C. 844(a) 1st Conviction: May be sentenced to a term of imprisonment of not more than 1 year, and shall be fined a minimum of $1,000, or both. After 1 prior drug conviction: Shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment for not less than 15 days but not more than 2 years, and shall be fined a minimum of $2,500. After 2 or more prior drug convictions: Shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment for not less than 90 days but not more than 3 years, and shall be fined a minimum of $5,000. Special sentencing provisions for possession of flunitrazepam: Shall be imprisoned for not more than three years, shall be fined as otherwise provided in this section, or both.

21 U.S.C. 853(a)(2) and 881(a)(7) Forfeiture of personal and real property used, or intended to be used, in any matter or part, to commit or to facilitate the commission of a felony violation of the Controlled Substances Act punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment. (See statutory definitions re: leasehold interests and property appurtenances)

21 U.S.C. 881(a)(4) Forfeiture of conveyances, including aircraft, vehicles, or vessels, which are used, or are intended for use, to transport or in any manner to facilitate the transportation, sale, receipt, possession, or concealment of controlled substances.

21 U.S.C. 853(a) Mandatory criminal forfeiture of any property constituting or derived from direct/indirect proceeds, and any property used or intended to be used to commit or facilitate a violation punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment. Includes all control interests for continuing criminal enterprises and allows for alternative fines up to twice the gross profits.

18 U.S.C. 992(g) Unlawful for certain persons to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms, including felons (crimes exceeding 1 year), fugitives, unlawful users/addicts of controlled substances, those adjudicated as mental defectives or committed to institutions, and illegal aliens or certain nonimmigrant visa holders.

Miscellaneous
Revocation of certain Federal licenses and benefits, e.g. pilot licenses, public housing tenancy, etc., are vested within the authorities of individual Federal agencies.

Violation Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949)

Manufacture, deliver, or possess with the intent to manufacture or deliver, a controlled substance

Narcotic drug classified in Schedule I or controlled substance classified in Schedule II:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding life; fine not exceeding $25,000, or both

Any other controlled substance which is a non narcotic drug classified in Schedule I, or a controlled substance classified in Schedule III:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 5 years; fine not exceeding $15,000, or both

Schedule IV:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 3 years; fine not exceeding $10,000, or both

Schedules V and VI:

Classification: Misdemeanor
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 1 year; fine not exceeding $5,000, or both

Unlawful possession of a controlled substance

Narcotic drug classified in Schedule I or controlled substance classified in Schedule II:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 7 years; fine not exceeding $15,000, or both

LSD:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 3 years; fine not exceeding $5,000, or both

Schedule I (except LSD) or Schedules III, IV, V, and VI:

Classification: Misdemeanor
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 1 year; fine not exceeding $1,000, or both

Marijuana greater than 3 ounces:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Prison term not exceeding 5 years; fine not exceeding $10,000, or both

Trafficking in marijuana (manufacturing, delivering, bringing into the state, or possessing 1 pound or more of marijuana) greater than 3 ounces:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of 1 to 15 years; mandatory fine of $5,000 to $50,000, or both, depending on amount possessed; second conviction doubles penalty

Trafficking in cocaine (manufacturing, delivering, bringing into the state, or possessing 28 grams or more of cocaine) than 3 ounces:

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of 3 to life; mandatory fine of $10,000 to $100,000, or both, depending on amount possessed; second conviction doubles penalty

Trafficking in methamphetamine (manufacturing, delivering, bringing into the state, or possessing 28 grams or more of methamphetamine):

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of 2 to 15 years; mandatory fine of $10,000, or both, depending on amount possessed; second conviction doubles penalty

Trafficking in heroin (manufacturing, delivering, bringing into the state, or possessing 2 grams or more of heroin)

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of up to three years or mandatory fine of $100,000, or both, depending on amount possessed; second conviction doubles penalty

Manufacturing in methamphetamine (knowingly manufacturing or attempting to manufacture methamphetamine and or amphetamine)

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of 2 to 15 years; mandatory fine of $10,000, or both, depending on amount possessed; second conviction doubles penalty

Trafficking in fentanyl (knowingly manufacturing, delivering, bringing into the state, or possessing 4 grams or more (or 100 pills or more) of fentanyl or any mixture containing a detectable amount of fentanyl)

Classification: Felony
Penalty Idaho Code ” 37-2732, 2732B (1949): Mandatory prison term of 3 years up to life

Source: Idaho Legislature

Other Idaho Code Violations

The abuse or illegal possession of alcohol is proscribed under Idaho Law. A person must be 21 years of age or older in Idaho in order to lawfully purchase, possess, or consume an alcoholic beverage. There are also local laws prohibiting public intoxication or possession of alcohol by a person under 21 years of age. Below are specific Idaho criminal statutes proscribing the illegal abuse or possession of alcohol:

Idaho Code § 49-2446: Any person that fraudulently misrepresents their age to an alcohol dispenser, falsely procures or alters an ID card, or manufactures, sells, or transfers a fake birth certificate or ID faces penalties. Upon conviction, the court may also order the department to suspend their driver’s license, driving permit, or nonresident driving privileges for up to 90 days. However, this conviction cannot be used by a casualty insurer to establish higher motor vehicle insurance rates or as grounds to non-renew an insurance policy.

Idaho Code § 18-1502: Any person who violates a law based on their age regarding the use, possession, procurement, attempted procurement, or dispensing of alcohol faces penalties that escalate by offense. First conviction: Certain initial offenses constitute an infraction punishable by a flat $300 fine. Misdemeanor convictions: subsequent violations or more serious first offenses are misdemeanors. A first misdemeanor conviction carries a fine of up to $2000, up to 30 days in jail, or both. A third subsequent conviction carries a fine of up to $3000, up to 60 days in jail, or both.
- Under-21 driving privileges: violators under the age of 21 will have their driving privileges suspended by the court for up to 1 year on the first misdemeanor conviction, and up to 2 years for repeated suspension. Restricted driving privileges may be requested if a necessary need is proven, and the license must be surrendered to the court.
- Additional provisions: courts may mandate an alcohol evaluation and treatment or education program. Convictions cannot affect motor vehicle insurance. First-time violators with no other alcohol or drug findings within 5 years can petition the court to have their record completely vacated and sealed for free.

Idaho Code § 23-603: Any person 18 years of age or older who sells, gives, furnishes, or causes to be furnished any alcoholic beverage to a person under 21 years old is guilty of a misdemeanor. First offense: punishable by a fine between $500 and $1000 up to 1 year in jail, or both. Second and subsequent offenses: remains a misdemeanor, but the fine increases to a range of $1000 to $2000, along with up to 1 year in jail, or both.

Idaho Code § 18-8002: Any person who drives or is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle in Idaho is deemed to have given implied consent to evidentiary testing for alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicating substances at the request of a peace officer. Drivers do not have the right to consult with an attorney before testing. If a driver refuses or fails to complete the test, they face the following mandatory penalties:
- Civil penalty of a fine of $250. Absolute license suspension: driver’s license is suspended with zero driving privileges for up to 1 year on first refusal, or 2 years if it is a second refusal in 10 years. An approved ignition interlock device must be installed at the drivers expense for 1 year following the end of the suspension period. The driver can submit a written request within 7 calendar days for a court hearing to challenge the suspension. The burden of proof is on the driver to show why they refused, or to prove the officer lacked legal cause.
- First time violators admitted to a problem solving court (like drug or mental health court) may apply for a restricted permit after serving 45 days of absolute suspension. Drivers may also petition the court for relief from the interlock requirement under exceptional, mitigating circumstances.

Idaho Code § 18-8005: Any person found guilty of driving under the influence (DUI) for the first time is guilty of a misdemeanor. They may be sentenced to up to 6 months in jail and fined up to $1000. Their driving privileges will be suspended for an absolute period of 30 days followed by an additional 60 to 150 days where restricted driving privileges may be requested for work or family health needs. Unless granted an exception, they must install an approved ignition interlock system at their own expense on all operated vehicles within 10 days of the absolute suspension ending, keeping it for up to 1 year.
- A second DUI conviction within 10 years is also a misdemeanor but carries strict enhanced penalties: a mandatory of 10 days in jail (the first 48 hours must be consecutive and 5 days must be served in jail) up to a maximum of 1 year, and a fine up to $2000. Following release from confinement, the offender faces an absolute 1-year driving suspension with no driving allowed, after which they are required to drive only vehicles equipped with a functioning ignition interlock system.

Idaho Code § 18-8006: Any person who causes great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to another person while under the influence is guilty of a felony. Upon conviction, they face up to 15 years in jail. If the court grants alternative sentencing instead of jail, the offender must serve a mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail, with the first 48 hours being consecutive. Additionally, the offender may be fined up to $5000, surrender their license to the court, and will have their driving privileges suspended for 1 to 5 years, with the suspension period only beginning after release from imprisonment. The court will also order the defendant to pay restitution to the victim.
Idaho Code § 49-335: Any person who operates a commercial motor vehicle or holds a Class A, B, or C driver’s license will be disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle for a period of not less than 1 year if convicted of a first violation under state or federal law for any of the following:
- Operating any motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance; operating a commercial vehicle with a blood, breath, or bodily substance alcohol concentration of 0.04 or higher; leaving the scene of an accident involving a motor vehicle they were driving; using a motor vehicle to commit any felony; driving a commercial vehicle while their CDL is already suspended, revoked, or canceled due to a prior commercial violation; or causing a fatality through the negligent operation of a commercial vehicle.

Section 7 Quick Reference Campus Contacts

Students

Office of the Dean of Students: Campus School, Suite 120, 2100 University Drive, (208) 426-1527
University Health Services: Norco Building, 1529 Belmont Street, 2nd floor, (208) 426-1459

Employees

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Crisis Services 1-800-833-3031 or to schedule an appointment during business hours (877) 427-2327
Human Resources: University Plaza, 960 S Broadway Dr., Ste. 100 or (208) 426-1616