# WAC 132R-04-040: WAC 132R-04-040. Freedom of expression

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_040

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 132R-04-040
- **Heading:** WAC 132R-04-040. Freedom of expression
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 132R / Chapter 132R-04 / Section 132R-04-040

## Text

(1) Fundamental to the democratic process are the rights of free speech and peaceful assembly. Students, other members of the college community, and nonstudents shall always be free to express their views or support causes by orderly means which do not disrupt the regular and essential operations of the college.
(2) Concomitantly, while supporting the rights of students and others, the college recognizes the responsibility to maintain an atmosphere conducive to a sound educational endeavor.
(3) To ensure the reconciliation of such rights and responsibilities, while respecting the private rights of all individuals, campus demonstrations may be conducted only in areas which are generally available to the public provided such demonstrations:
(a) Are conducted in an orderly manner; and
(b) Do not unreasonably interfere with classes, scheduled meetings or ceremonies, or with the general educational processes of the college; or
(c) Do not unreasonably interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic; or
(d) Do not unreasonably interfere with regular college functions.
(4) A student who conducts or participates in a demonstration which violates any provision of this rule shall be subject to disciplinary action. A nonstudent who violates any provision of the rule will be referred to civilian authorities for criminal prosecution.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 132R-04-010 WAC 132R-04-010. Statement of student rights](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_010.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-015 WAC 132R-04-015. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_015.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-017 WAC 132R-04-017. Statement of jurisdiction](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_017.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-019 WAC 132R-04-019. Right to demand identification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_019.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-040 WAC 132R-04-040. Freedom of expression](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_040.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-042 WAC 132R-04-042. Freedom of access to higher education](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_042.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-047 WAC 132R-04-047. Freedom of association and organization](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_047.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-053 WAC 132R-04-053. Authority](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_053.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-056 WAC 132R-04-056. Standards](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_056.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-057 WAC 132R-04-057. Prohibited student conduct](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_057.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-061 WAC 132R-04-061. Hazing sanctions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_061.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-063 WAC 132R-04-063. Corrective action, disciplinary sanctions terms and conditions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_063.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-064 WAC 132R-04-064. Summary suspension](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_064.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-103 WAC 132R-04-103. Supplemental sexual misconduct procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_103.md)

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