New Due Process Rules for College Sports Investigations and Accountability.
This law mandates strict due process requirements for major college athletic associations (like the NCAA) when investigating universities or student-athletes. It ensures investigations are timely, transparent, and fair, preventing punishments based on secret evidence and allowing institutions to seek binding arbitration. The goal is to protect institutions and athletes from unfair or prolonged enforcement actions.
Key points
Athletic associations must notify institutions of an investigation within 60 days and file formal charges within 8 months.
Decisions and punishments cannot be based on information obtained from confidential (anonymous) sources.
Institutions can challenge penalties through independent, binding arbitration if they dispute the punishment.
The US Attorney General can investigate and fine athletic associations up to $15 million for failing to follow these new rules.
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