Winston cleared in student code of conduct hearing

Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston was cleared of the accusations he faced at a student code of conduct hearing involving an alleged sexual assault two years ago, according to documents obtained by the Associated Press on Sunday. Former Florida Supreme Court judge Major Harding wrote in a letter to Winston that the evidence was “insufficient to satisfy the burden of proof.” A similar decision was made a year ago when a prosecutor decided not to criminally charge Winston. This month, a two-day hearing was held to determine whether Winston violated four sections of the code of conduct – two for sexual misconduct and two for endangerment. The ramifications for Winston ranged from a reprimand to expulsion from school. – AP