The suspects from the March 24 drug bust have begun court processing, but will continue to go through trials until the cases are completed.
Joshua Goldstein was charged with three counts of third-degree criminal sale of marijuana. He went to Clinton County Court April 29 and his case was adjourned until May 11.
There was a conference for the arrest of Brandon Sogoian April 28. He was charged with third-degree criminal sale and possession of psilocybin mushrooms. His trial has been set for July 29.
Jared Melchin received an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal for unlawful possession of marijuana in City Court March 31 for one year. His trial with Clinton County Court, where he is charged with three counts of third-degree criminal sale of marijuana has been adjourned until July 14.
Charles Tar also received an adjournment for unlawful possession of marijuana in city court April 21.
His charge for third-degree criminal sale of marijuana is adjourned until July 14.
It is unknown what situation these individuals face with the college. Dean of Students Steve Matthews said he could not share any personal information, but he did say students getting caught selling drugs always receive a suspension or dismissal from the college, pending an appeal.
This affects students because their grades may drop for the time they miss in class. They also will not receive any refund for the semester. All students are affected by these college rules whether living on or off campus.
“If an incident happens off campus and we learn of it, we determine if it is appropriate to file college charges,” Matthews said.
Even if students are found not guilty by the law, the college has its own approach with criminal activity.
“There is evidence that may not be used in the court of law,” Matthews said. “That evidence could be used for college charges because they are two different systems.”
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