The Institute will make a good faith effort to resolve complaints as promptly as possible. Unless there is good cause for temporary delay(s), limited extension(s), or other factors that require an extension of timeframes (such as the complexity of the case), the Institute will promptly conclude the following aspects of the resolution process within the below timeframes:
- The formal resolution process, excluding time spent on informal processes and/or appeal, will be concluded within 95 business days upon receipt of the Notice of Allegations and Investigation.
- Specific stages of the process will generally proceed within the following time frames: Initial Intake and review of Complaint: Five business days; Investigation: 30 business days; Evidence Review and Investigative Report Review /Response: 30 business days; Hearing: 30 business days.
- Appeals will be concluded within 15 business days of the filing of an appeal.
Good cause may include, but is not limited to, absence of a Party, advisor, or witness; concurrent law enforcement activity; or the need for language assistance or accommodation of disabilities. In the case of a temporary delay of the resolution process or a limited extension of time frames for good cause, the Institute will provide the Parties with written notice of such delay or extension and the reasons for the action. Both Parties will be notified simultaneously if the Title IX Coordinator determines the Grievance Process cannot be concluded within 95 business days. The notification will outline the reasons for extension.
