Campus Crime and Security

Policies and Reporting

The Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act, Public Law 101-542, requires IIA to create CAMPUS SECURITY POLICES and distribute crime statistics annually to all current students and employees.

When a crime is reported, the situation will be evaluated and the proper authorities will be contacted. All information will remain confidential.

The institution will respond administratively if a criminal offense involves a student or employee as an alleged offender. Students and employees are subject to IIA's Policies and Procedures.

IIA campuses are open and available to students from 7:30 am to 9:40 P.M. For safety reasons, it is not recommended that students stay on campus after hours.

Reporting Criminal Activity and Emergencies:
Each campus has many security authorities. They are as follows: student service department and receptionist, overseen by the campus director. Campus directors take action to ensure that timely notification is provided to students, faculty and the police department to prevent similar crimes from occuring. These individuals are trained to deal with emergency situations and have contacts with the police department, community services, and family agencies and can offer guidance.

Non-Emergencies:
To report non-emergency criminal offenses occurring on campus, please notify one of the above individuals or your instructor.

Emergencies and Auto Theft

Emergencies:
In an emergency situation requiring the response of police, fire or medical assistance, please dial 911 first, then notify the appropriate security authority.

Crime Awareness & Prevention:
IIA takes advantage of many opportunities to remind students and employees of campus security issues. Students are informed of IIA's campus security policy during orientation and the Master Student course. Employees are informed during faculty meetings and IIA's all-staff meetings.
In order to protect the health and safety of students and employees, IIA may have to disclose the identity of individuals who have been involved in criminal activities on campus.
Students involved in criminal activities on campus will be referred to a disciplinary committee made up of Student Services, faculty members, student council members and the Campus Director.

Auto Theft:
Never leave your keys in an unattended car or attach a tag with your name and address to a key ring. Never leave the title in your vehicle. At night, park in a well-lighted area with pedestrian traffic.

Domestic Violence:
It is important to remember that family violence is a crime and that there is no need to suffer in silence. Help is available for both victim and offender.
Arizona's new Domestic Violence Law (ARS 133-3601-B3, 1A) applies to household members related to each other as:

Offenses covered under this law include assault of any kind, threatening or intimidating behavior, criminal damage, custodial interference, kidnaping or false imprisonment, and trespassing. The law also protects family members against fighting, unreasonable noise, abusive language and reckless use of a weapon or dangerous instrument.

What You Can Do When Abused or Threatened:
If you are being beaten or anticipate an attack, leave the scene immediately. Go to a neighbor, friend or relative or temporary shelter and notify the police.

Seek Medical Attention:
It may be necessary to move away from your abuser for a while. There are a number of family shelters in the Phoenix area that can provide safe, supportive, short-term housing for you and your children. Contact Information and Referral (602-263-8856) for more information.

A final step to safeguarding you and your family against repeated violence is to ask for an Order of Protection The police department can assist you. An Order of Protection is an official court document notifying the offender that he or she has been placed under specific restrictions.

Sexual Assault:
Should a sex offence occur, notify any campus security personnel immediately. They are trained to follow specific procedures prescribed for this type of crime.

How to Prevent Sexual Assault:
Most sexual assaults occur outside, on the street, in a park, playground or school yard. Be alert to your surroundings and the people around you when you're outside - try these tips:

• Stay in well-lighted areas as much as possible.
• Walk on the side of the street facing traffic.
• Walk close to the curb. Avoid doorways, bushes and alleys.
• If you think you are being followed, walk quickly to areas where there are lights and people.

In Your Car:
Be cautious when driving your car. Reduce your risk by taking these precautions:

• Always lock your car.
• Check the back seat before you get in.
• Park in well-lighted places.
• If you think you are being followed, drive to a public place or a police station.
• If your car breaks down, open the hood. If someone stops to help, stay in your locked car and ask them to call the police or garage.

What should you do if you are a victim?

Call the police right away, get help from a friend, your doctor, or a hospital emergency room, or contact a rape or other crisis service.

The most important thing to remember after an attack is that you should not touch anything, change your clothes, wash or douche until you have contacted the police and have been to a hospital.

For information regarding sexual assault prevention, and the facts about sexual assault, contact your local law enforcement agency or the following agencies:

This information was provided by the Crime Prevention Program.

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