Are institutions required to record incidents that occur off-campus?

The requirement to record incidents that occur off-campus is primarily linked to their association with recognized student organizations. Under the Clery Act, institutions are obligated to report certain crimes that take place in locations associated with the university, especially when events involve students or recognized student organizations. This means that if an incident occurs off-campus, but it is connected to a student organization that is officially recognized by the institution, the university is required to collect and report that data.

This requirement is significant because it ensures that institutions maintain comprehensive crime statistics that reflect the safety of their student body in all environments where they may engage, not just on-campus settings. Understanding the connection between off-campus incidents and recognized student organizations helps to provide a clearer picture of campus safety and accountability. The other options suggest more restrictive interpretations of the law that do not align with this broader requirement clarified under the Clery Act.