Information may be distributed as long as it is not obscene or libelous or does not advocate or incite imminent unlawful conduct. The sponsoring organization is encouraged, but not required, to include its name and address on the distributed information. College groups may post information on bulletin boards, kiosks and other display areas designated for that purpose, and may distribute materials throughout the open areas of campus. Noncollege groups may distribute materials only at the site designated for noncollege groups and as authorized by the college. Any distribution of materials as authorized by the designated administrative officer shall not be construed as support or approval of the content by the college community or the board of trustees.
(1) Handbills, leaflets, newspapers and similar materials may be distributed free of charge by any student or students, or by members of recognized student organizations at locations specifically designated by the vice president of student services, provided such distribution does not interfere with the ingress or egress of persons or interfere with the instructional process or the free flow of vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
(2) Such handbills, leaflets, newspapers and related matter must bear identification as to the publishing agency and distributing organization or individual.
(3) All nonstudents shall register with the vice president of student services prior to the distribution of any handbill, leaflet, newspaper or related matter. Such distribution must not interfere with the instructional process or the free flow of vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
(4) Any person or persons who violate provisions of subsections (1) and (2) or (3) of this section will be subject to disciplinary action.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
28B.50.130. WSR 17-23-113, § 495B-140-045, filed 11/16/17, effective 12/17/17; WSR 12-21-061, § 495B-140-045, filed 10/17/12, effective 11/17/12.]