Consequences for Non-Compliance with the Clery Act
Possible consequences for an institution’s non-compliance with the Clery Act include:
- A suspension or limiting of the institutions Title IV funding;
- The Department of Education may issue a civil fine up to $35,000 per violation;
- The institution may suffer reputational loss due to negative media attention;
- Failure to comply with the Clery Act can be used in various litigation matters.