Penal Law § 120.17 · Article 120. Assault and Related Offenses
Hazing in the second degree
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§ 120.17 Hazing in the second degree.
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.
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