Title IX Polygraph
Title IX Background
Learn here how a Title IX Polygraph or Title 9 Lie Detector Test can help you in your current situation.
Title IX of US Department of Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law in the United States of America. It prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program that receives federal money.
It comes into play when students are sexually harassed or becomes victims of sexual violence. When this interferes with the students' right to receive an education free from discrimination and, in the case of sexual violence, it is a crime.
Title IX Investigations
Most schools and universities have a process for investigating a Title IX allegation. One example is here, where a public Texas university outlines the process in detail. The school can be held responsible in court whether the harassment is committed by a faculty member, staff, or a student. To be held responsible, the college or university must have authority over the harasser and over the environment in which the harassment takes place.
Example Texas Title IX Cases
Using Polygraph in a Title IX Case
When allegations of sexual assault or sexual misconduct are reported to a college or university, it begins an investigation under Title IX. The investigation generally begins with the university notifying the subject of the investigation of the allegations and inviting that person in for an interview.
But Title IX investigations are unlike criminal investigations in that they allow more types of evidence to be used. This can be particularly useful when there is no other physical proof.
Your lawyer, similar to a criminal lawyer, can schedule your polygraph examination (lie detector test) confidentially. Don't delay in getting this done, as there are strict deadlines for submission of evidence. If you get a favorable polygraph result, you can turn the report over to the Title IX investigator. While such a report might not be admissible in a traditional criminal court, no such evidentiary rules apply in a Title IX investigation. Further, the process can also fall under the concept of Attorney Client Privilege. If your result is unfavorable, the attorney simply notes that and it falls under privilege. Getting a polygraph done in no way guarantees relief, but it sure is a good option to have it done.
If you are under investigation by a college or university for sexual assault or sexual misconduct, you should contact an attorney who is experienced in handling Title IX matters immediately.
Example Title IX Polygraph Uses
• Accusations of Cheating
• Physical and Sexual Abuse
• Academic and School Issues
• Accusatory Statement Verification
• Verification of Drug and Alcohol Use
