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CHAPTER 8
CADET DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

8.1 General

The preservation of freedom of discussion, inquiry, and expression is possible only in an
environment where the privileges of citizenship are protected and the obligations of citizenship
are understood. By enrolling in MMI, a cadet neither loses the rights nor escapes the duties of
citizenship but conducts his/her personal life in the context of mutual regard for the rights,
property, and privileges of others. Therefore, cadets are required to demonstrate respect for the
law, institutional rules, regulations, standards, and policies for the necessity of orderly conduct.

The sole purpose of consequences or sanctions is to bring about behavior acceptable to society,
the Institution, and advance the maturation and growth of individuals through the reinforcement
of the concepts of accountability and responsibility. MMI demands a higher level of good order
and discipline than civilian schools. To create an environment in which cadets may learn and
grow, MMI has set forth its expectations of acceptable behavior and descriptions of unacceptable
behavior. Those cadets who do not conform to accepted standards of conduct are subject to
disciplinary action. Since MMI’s mission is to produce men and women of character, all means
available will be used to retain cadets who truly wish to conform. Only as a last resort will MMI
suspend, dismiss, or expel cadets who refuse to modify their behavior.

The President has designated the Commandant of Cadets to be responsible for the administration
and operation of the Cadet Disciplinary System. As a general rule, when a cadet has a concern
about the action of a particular individual or department, the grievance initially should be
directed to the person(s) responsible for that individual or department. If the cadet is not
“satisfied” with the process, regardless of the outcome, grievances should be brought to the
attention of the Commandant of Cadets, the CIO (Academic Dean) or the Executive Vice
President. In all cases, grievances should first be handled at the lowest level possible in the
chain of command.

To ensure compliance with the rules, the disciplinary system must be known and understood.
There are three categories of infractions. Category I infractions are typically minor in nature,
Category II infractions are more serious, while Category III infractions are considered extremely
serious and generally warrant dismissal or expulsion. Punishments fit the categories and may
include written counseling, loss of privileges, penalty hours, restrictions, reduction in rank, loss
of scholarships, and in extreme cases, dismissal, or expulsion.

The Alabama State Legislature recognizes the unique character of MMI (Act. 2006-230) and
gives the President authority to impose reasonable disciplinary standards for infractions
inconsistent with the good order and discipline and values of the institute.

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