"Among the new features was a bifurcation process that allowed some parties in a case to simply resolve the charges and begin dealing with any penalties rather than get left in limbo as a full adjudication played out. The school, for example, can admit guilt, but individuals involved get a separate case. Or vice versa."
""The NCAA decided in UCLA's Negotiated Resolution that Sean Brosnan had committed tampering violations before we had even submitted his response," said Scott Tompsett, Brosnan's attorney and a three-decade veteran of NCAA cases."
""I don't see how a coach can get a fair hearing after the NCAA already decided he's guilty," Tompsett continued."
The NCAA implemented a new infractions system in 2023 to accelerate processes and reduce prolonged, costly hearings. The system created a bifurcation option allowing institutions and individuals to resolve charges separately so schools can accept penalties while individuals face distinct cases. UCLA used the process in 2024 to quickly negotiate a light resolution for Level II violations, incurring a $5,000 fine and recruiting restrictions. The negotiated resolution cleared the NCAA docket but left assistant coach Sean Brosnan without an opportunity to present his individual defense before the institution's agreement determined culpability.
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