NC H632

Repeals existing G.S. 14-35 and creates new hazing statute (G.S. 14-35.1) with expanded definition covering intentional, knowing, or reckless acts against minors or students for purposes of recruitment, initiation, or status enhancement in organizations

Establishes tiered criminal penalties: Class C felony with up to $15,000 fine for hazing resulting in serious bodily injury or death; Class A1 misdemeanor with $5,000 fine for other hazing offenses; Class E felony for failing to seek assistance when serious injury or death occurs

Creates organizational liability for local organizations, national organizations, and postsecondary institutions whose leadership knowingly participated in or failed to stop hazing, with fines up to $15,000

Requires all public schools (grades 9-12), charter schools, community colleges, and UNC institutions to investigate hazing allegations, provide mandatory hazing education programs within 30 days of enrollment, and publish semester hazing violation reports on institutional websites

Mandates reporting of hazing violations involving serious bodily injury to local law enforcement within 72 hours; provides immunity from prosecution for individuals who report hazing in good faith or seek emergency medical assistance