Mandatory and Discretionary Dismissals

Dismissal of a Complaint

NPC may dismiss a Complaint if, at any time during the investigation or Resolution Process, one or more of the following grounds are met: 

1. NPC is unable to identify the Respondent after taking reasonable steps to do so
2. NPC no longer enrolls or employs the Respondent
3. A Complainant voluntarily withdraws any or all of the allegations in the Complaint, and the Title IX Coordinator declines to initiate a Complaint
4. NPC determines the conduct alleged in the Complaint would not constitute a Policy violation, if proven

In addition to the other members of the Title IX Team, as authorized by the Title IX Coordinator, a Decision-maker can recommend dismissal to the Title IX Coordinator if they believe the grounds are met. A Complainant who decides to withdraw a Complaint may later request to reinstate or refile it. 

Upon any dismissal, NPC will promptly send the Complainant written notification of the dismissal and the rationale for doing so. If the dismissal occurs after the Respondent has been made aware of the allegations, NPC will also notify the Respondent of the dismissal. 

This dismissal decision is appealable by any party. Refer to Procedure 2110 for the process to appeal.