A writer for James Madison University's student newspaper has been found in violation of university policy for her actions while trying to report a story.

The editor-in-chief of "The Breeze," Tim Chapman, says reporter Katie Hibson was found "responsible" for at least one charge against her Thursday. Neither Chapman nor Hibson would say for which charge she is responsible.

Charges against Chapman have been dropped. Chapman and Hibson had been charged with trespassing, disorderly conduct and non-compliance with an official request.

The writers were charged after they entered a dorm to work on a story about an alleged crime. They say they followed university policy and were escorted in the dorm by a resident.

Students rallied for "The Breeze" writers during their judicial hearings Thursday.

"Any violation of those First Amendment rights that were held sacred by the founders, that needs to be addressed here at the university because this university is part of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Through the constitutional amendments, they need to recognize also that they have to follow these as well," says John Scott, an opinion writer for "The Breeze."

The case has gained attention across Virginia and has been reported on several national blogs. The ACLU of Virginia sent a letter to the university Monday expressing its concerns with the charges against the student journalists.

A spokesperson says the university has a policy of not commenting on student judicial matters.