Kentucky Statutes 508.184 – Hazing in the second degree — Defenses — Sentencing
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(1) A person is guilty of hazing in the second degree when he or she recklessly engages in an act of hazing.
(2) It shall be a defense under this section that the act was part of reasonable and customary:
For details, see § 532.090
(a) Interscholastic or intercollegiate athletic practices, competitions, or events; (b) Law enforcement training; or
(c) Military training.
(3) Hazing in the second degree is a Class A misdemeanor. Any sentence imposed on a defendant under this section shall run concurrently with any sentence imposed under KRS § 508.060 or 508.070 arising from the same act or occurrence.
Effective: June 29, 2023
History: Created 2023 Ky. Acts ch. 110, sec. 3, effective June 29, 2023.
(2) It shall be a defense under this section that the act was part of reasonable and customary:
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 508.184
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
(a) Interscholastic or intercollegiate athletic practices, competitions, or events; (b) Law enforcement training; or
(c) Military training.
(3) Hazing in the second degree is a Class A misdemeanor. Any sentence imposed on a defendant under this section shall run concurrently with any sentence imposed under KRS § 508.060 or 508.070 arising from the same act or occurrence.
Effective: June 29, 2023
History: Created 2023 Ky. Acts ch. 110, sec. 3, effective June 29, 2023.