New Jersey § 18a:3-27
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 18a:3-27, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18a:3-27.
a. Each public and independent institution of higher education shall provide a program
for the enforcement of the policy against hazing required under section 2 of P.L.2021, c. 208 ( C.18A:3-27.2 ) and shall adopt appropriate penalties for violations of the policy to be administered
by the individual or agency at the institution responsible for the sanctioning or
recognition of the organization covered by the policy or by such other individual
or agency deemed appropriate by the institution. b. The penalties for violations of the policy may include: (1) imposition of fines; (2) the withholding of diplomas or transcripts pending compliance with the rules or
payment of fines; (3) the rescission of permission for the organization to operate on campus or to otherwise
operate under the sanction or recognition of the institution; and (4) the imposition of probation, suspension, dismissal, or expulsion. c. A penalty imposed under this section shall be in addition to a penalty imposed
for a violation of any other institutional rule to which the violator may be subject. d. A policy adopted under section 2 of P.L.2021, c. 208 ( C.18A:3-27.2 ) shall apply to each act conducted on or off campus if the acts are deemed to constitute
hazing.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 18a:3-27
What does New Jersey Statutes § 18a:3-27 cover?
Section 18a:3-27 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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