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A person is guilty of hazing in the second degree when, in the course of another person's initiation or affiliation with any organization, he intentionally or recklessly 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 physical injury to such other person or a third person.
Hazing in the second degree is a violation.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Penal Law - PEN § 120.17 Hazing in the second degree - last updated January 01, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/penal-law/pen-sect-120-17.html
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