A Los Angeles judge has ruled that the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is not liable for alleged sexual abuse that occurred off-campus and after hours. The plaintiff, identified as John M.E.L. Doe, claims he was molested by his high school music teacher, Vance Miller, at Hamilton Music Academy between 1998 and 2002. Doe alleges the abuse happened both on campus and at locations such as an outside gym and the teacher’s home.
According to Doe, LAUSD and school administrators failed to investigate Miller’s alleged misconduct for over 17 years. However, the judge found that the district cannot be held responsible for incidents that took place off school grounds and outside school hours.
The case highlights ongoing legal challenges in holding school districts accountable for off-campus incidents. Similar cases have seen varied outcomes, with some districts found liable and others not. The ruling may influence future cases involving school district liability for off-campus misconduct.
Doe’s lawsuit remains active for the alleged on-campus incidents, and further legal proceedings are expected. The case underscores the complexities of assigning liability in situations involving third-party criminal conduct.
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