Can emotional or mental abuse violate the Michigan hazing law?
Hazing that causes severe emotional or mental harm violates Michigan Law if the person suffers physical harm as well. Under the University’s Policy Against Hazing, however, such conduct is a violation whether or not physical harm occurs. What will happen to me under the State Law if I participate in hazing someone? Hazing is a crime punishable by both imprisonment and monetary fines. Prison time and the amount of money owed increase depending upon the severity of the harm caused. Specifically, if the violation results in physical injury, you are guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment of up to 93 days or a fine of up to $1,000.00, or both. If the violation results in serious impairment of a body function, you are guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment of up to 5 years or a fine of up to $2,500.00, or both. If the violation results in death, you are guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment of up to 15 years or a fine of up to $10,000.00, or both. Can I get in trou
