§ 120.16

Hazing in the first degree

Class A misdemeanor Violence & Threats Art. 120 · Assault and Related Offenses

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A person is guilty of hazing in the first degree when, in the course of another person's initiation into or affiliation with any organization, he intentionally or engages in conduct, including, but not limited to, making physical contact with or requiring physical activity of such other person, which creates a substantial risk of to such other person or a third person and thereby causes such injury.

Hazing in the first degree is a .

Simplified explanation

Hazing in the first degree covers intentionally or recklessly engaging in conduct in the course of initiation or affiliation that creates a substantial risk of physical injury and thereby causes injury; it is a class a misdemeanor.