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Expulsion Appeals

Can a student be expelled before 9th grade?

Expulsion from a public school is prohibited at the primary and basic (grades 1-9) levels. In private schools, it depends on the contract, but the child's interest is paramount.

What is the deadline to appeal an expulsion order?

The deadline to appeal an administrative-legal act is 1 month from the date of official notification.

Can low grades be a reason for expulsion?

In schools, low grades cannot be grounds for expulsion (a student may repeat a year). In universities, low academic performance can be grounds for termination of status.

What is the difference between suspension and termination of status?

During suspension, a student retains their place for 5 years, while termination (expulsion) means the complete cancellation of the educational relationship.

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Student Expulsion Appeals and Legal Defense

Expulsion from an educational institution (school, university) is the severest disciplinary sanction, directly infringing upon a person's constitutional right to education. While institutions have the right to enforce disciplinary measures, expulsion is permissible only in extreme cases, when all other means have been exhausted and principles of due process are observed. Often, expulsion decisions are made with procedural violations, subjective assessments, or discriminatory motives (e.g., getting rid of an activist student or a "problematic" pupil). Expulsion from a public school is allowed only at the secondary level, while at the basic level, it is prohibited by law.

This service is designed for students, pupils, and their parents who believe that the expulsion was illegal. Our lawyers will help you restore your status and seek compensation for damages.

What Does the Expulsion Appeals Service Cover?

Specialists on Legal.ge offer full legal protection:

  • Case Analysis: Reviewing the expulsion order, disciplinary protocols, and the school/university bylaws for compliance with the law.
  • Internal Appeal: Preparing a complaint to the institution's appellate body (e.g., University Academic Council, School Board of Trustees).
  • Litigation: Filing a lawsuit to annul the expulsion order and reinstate status.
  • Interim Measure: Requesting a court order to allow the student/pupil to continue studies until the dispute is resolved.
  • Negotiation: Communicating with the administration to settle the dispute amicably (e.g., facilitating mobility to another school).

Common Real-World Scenarios and Needs

Expulsion cases often involve:

  • Academic Performance: A university expelled a student due to low GPA, but this condition was not written in the contract, or the student was not given an additional semester.
  • Financial Arrears: A student's status was terminated due to non-payment of fees, but they were not warned in advance as required by law.
  • Disciplinary Misconduct: A pupil was expelled from school for fighting or insulting a teacher, but witnesses were not interviewed, and an objective investigation was not conducted.
  • Plagiarism: A doctoral student was expelled on charges of plagiarism, which they dispute and demand an expert examination.

Georgian Legal Framework

Expulsion rules are regulated by the Law on General Education (for schools) and the Law on Higher Education (for universities). Both laws require adherence to the principle of proportionality. Expulsion from a public school at the basic level (up to grade IX) is impermissible; in such cases, only transfer from one school to another is used.

Service Process

The process includes:

  1. Consultation: Assessing chances.
  2. Evidence Gathering: Requesting documents.
  3. Complaint/Lawsuit Preparation: Legal argumentation.
  4. Representation: Protecting interests during hearings.

Why Choose a Specialist on Legal.ge?

Expulsion is a stigma that damages a young person's future. Our lawyers will fight for your right to education and ensure that the educational institution is held accountable for illegal decisions.

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