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Drugs

Unsupervised use, possession, sale, production or distribution of any drug classified as illegal or illegal when not used in the presence of a certified medical professional, is prohibited by State law. Any violation of this ordinance on-campus will result in an investigation. The drug-free zone for TAMUG extends 1,000 feet beyond the campus perimeter.

Offenses occurring off-campus will be investigated by the corresponding police jurisdiction. Individuals who are determined to be in prosecution of the law will be criminally prosecuted, and students may also incur TAMUG disciplinary action.

Drug prevention and education is coordinated at TAMUG by the campus counselor, along with the assistance of a Substance Abuse Advisory Committee. Mandatory drug testing of U.S. Coast Guard documented students and employees is conducted in accordance with Federal Regulations.

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Alcohol

Texas A&M University at Galveston is a dry-campus, meaning that no person is allowed to consume alcohol on the premises, regardless of their age. The use, possession and/or distribution of beverages containing alcohol is prohibited on-campus. Students may not have alcoholic beverages in their residence hall rooms and violations can result in disciplinary action. This includes students living in TAMUG-contracted housing in the University Apartments, Albatross or Polaris residence halls. The State law applies to everyone in regards to underage and excessive consumption; violations can result in criminal citations and/or arrest.

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Weapons

State law prohibits the possession, carrying or use of illegal weapons or firearms on property that is owned or controlled by Texas A&M University at Galveston. All of these actions are considered to be felony offenses. The weapons-free zone for TAMUG extends 600 feet beyond the campus perimeter.

The only exception to this policy is for authorized law enforcement offices or other persons specifically authorized by TAMUG. Student violations of this policy may additionally result in disciplinary action.

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