2002 Senate Bill 1183

Introduced in the Senate

March 5, 2002

Introduced by Sen. George Hart (D-6)

To establish criminal penalties for “hazing” in middle school, high school, or college. The bill would make activity resulting in injury a misdemeanor, and a felony if it resulted in serious injury or death. The bill exempts any activity that is normal and customary in an athletic, military training, or similar program. "Hazing" is an initiation or pastime by a student organization that causes danger, personal degradation, or disgrace. The bill lists specific activities that may be considered hazing.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary