Some info for your reference
(For further info, please go to ~https://citl.illinois.edu/citl-101/teaching-learning/resources/classroom-environment/dealing-with-cheating)
Be certain that you are acting fairly and objectively and that you have all of the facts.
Become familiar with Section 1-404 of the Code so you know the procedures to follow.
Keep written records of the description of the cheating incident and the actions you and others subsequently take.
Speak with (1) your department head or chair to learn about departmental or college practices, or (2) other faculty, especially those in your department, to see what they have done and what the results were when they charged students with cheating. Ask if your
college uses the FAIR (Faculty Academic Integrity Reporting) system.
Become familiar with the sanction alternatives and at what level students' appeals leave departmental jurisdiction.
Be able to justify the sanction chosen by attempting to match it with the level or type of cheating that has taken place.
When your proctors and teaching assistants wish to make a charge of cheating, learn the facts surrounding their charge, and support them in pursuing appropriate action.
Do not make threats to students that you or the University cannot back up. For example, do not tell students that you are going to “flunk them and kick them out of school.” Section 1-404 of the Code states that while Illinois faculty have the independent authority to give reduced or failing grades on assignments, exams, and in a course, they can only recommend a suspension or dismissal. By being knowledgeable about the Code, you can be better assured of commenting appropriately to students.
Remember that a system for appealing sanctions has been established for all students, and you are responsible for understanding and respecting that system.
The Illinois Student Code states that once you are aware of infractions of academic integrity, you have the responsibility of enforcing the Code. Attending to this responsibility benefits your students, colleagues, and teaching assistants.