§ 3–607
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 3-607 (2026)
Title 3. Other Crimes Against the Person
Subtitle 6. Abuse and Other Offensive Conduct
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(a)
A person may not recklessly or intentionally do an act or create a situation that subjects a student to the risk of serious bodily injury for the purpose of an initiation into a student organization of a school, college, or university.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
(c)
The implied or express consent of a student to hazing is not a defense under this section.