2C:40-3.Hazing.

a. A person is guilty of hazing, a disorderly persons offense, if, in connection with initiation of applicants to or members of a student or fraternal organization, he knowingly or recklessly organizes, promotes, facilitates or engages in any conduct, other than competitive athletic events, which places or may place another person in danger of bodily injury.

b. A person is guilty of aggravated hazing, a crime of the fourth degree, if he commits an act prohibited in subsection a. which results in serious bodily injury to another person.

Hazing went from a crime that was rarely charged to a very serious crime that is prosecuted with vigor due to recent events that have been covered by the media.  It should be treated very seriously.  If you are charged with hazing, 2C:40-3 in New Jersey, call our team of tough, smart lawyers to discuss your case.