Data for inclusion in the annual disclosure of campus crime statistics is obtained from the departmental database of incidents, the West Palm Beach Police Department, and the Palm Beach Sheriff's Office. Incidents are tallied based on the date reported, not the date of occurrence. Results from University disciplinary proceedings, obtained from the Dean of Students are included as appropriate. The Department is provided by case results throughout the year and an annual recap of all proceedings.

 

Individuals are strongly encouraged to make all reports requiring timely warning and annual statistical disclosure to the Department of Campus Safety. The Department does, however, include statistics collected from the following offices and individuals deemed to have significant responsibility for student and campus activities:

The University views the annual report as a valuable tool to assist current and prospective members of our community in assessing the risk of crime and making informed decisions how to best reduce personal vulnerability to those risks. It is important to note that the University includes all reported crimes where a good-faith determination indicates a crime probably occurred regardless of whether an arrest is made or subsequent legal action fails to yield a conviction. This philosophy extends to confidential and anonymous reports as well in order to provide a more accurate picture of the environment to the community.

 

 

The Department makes a good faith effort to produce a weekly report that assists the required Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.