Pennsylvania § 2803 - Aggravated hazing.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 2803 — Aggravated hazing., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2803. Aggravated hazing.
(a) Offense defined.--A person commits the offense of aggravated hazing if the person commits a violation of section 2802 (relating to hazing) that results in serious bodily injury or death to the minor or student and:
(1) the person acts with reckless indifference to the health and safety of the minor or student; or
(2) the person causes, coerces or forces the consumption of an alcoholic liquid or drug by the minor or student.
(b) Grading.--Aggravated hazing shall be a felony of the third degree.
Cross References. Section 2803 is referred to in sections 2804, 2805, 2807 of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 2803
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 2803 cover?
Section 2803 ("Aggravated hazing.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 2803?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 2803 apply to my situation?
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