John R. Grasso

“I have a right to remain silent, but if I don't participate, I'm getting found responsible,”

John R. Grasso · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-10

Grasso described the dilemma accused students face between participating in campus proceedings and protecting themselves in potential criminal cases.

“When I defend a student on campus, we don't have any right to discovery. We can't compel the production of anything,”

John R. Grasso · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-10

Grasso argued that campus disciplinary proceedings lack the discovery rights available in criminal court.

“Bad things happen to the accused the minute a complaint is filed against them on campus. Really bad things,”

John R. Grasso · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-10

Grasso described the lasting consequences accused students face from the moment a complaint is filed, even if ultimately cleared.