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Procedure

07.01.060.b - Enforcement

Enforcement of this Policy shall include:

  1. Notification to students and employees of possible occurrence;
  2. Monitoring network traffic and limiting network bandwidth; and
  3. Implementing other technology-based deterrents as needed.

In addition to employment and student discipline issued by the College in accordance with applicable policies and procedures (up to and including dismissal/suspension), individuals cited for unauthorized use may be subjected to civil and/or criminal damages such as monetary damages and potential prison time.  According to the US Copyright Office, monetary damages can range from $200 to $150,000 for each act (http://www.copyright.gov/title17/92chap5.html#504).  Criminal prosecutions may result in a fine of up to $250,000 and a prison term of up to 5 years (http://www.fbi.gov/ipr/) for each act.