State & Federal Law
Related Laws
Missouri State Law
Hazing is legally defined as a crime that occurs when someone knowingly participates in or causes the endangerment of a student or prospective member of an organization. The punishment for hazing depends on the severity of the act, and consent is not considered a defense to hazing charges.
Good Samaritan Law
Missouri’s Good Samaritan Law is designed to save lives by encouraging people to seek emergency medical help if they experience or witness a drug or alcohol overdose or other medical emergency. Under this law, the person who seeks medical help and the person experiencing the medical emergency will be protected from minor drug and alcohol violations.
Stop Campus Hazing Act
The Stop Campus Hazing Act requires higher education institutions, including Mizzou, to report hazing incidents, create and distribute a comprehensive hazing prevention program and develop campus policies on hazing.
Find Other Hazing Policies
There are other Mizzou and collegiate policies that help protect Tigers.
Make a Hazing Report
Hazing violates university policy, state law and recognized student organization policies. You can make a confidential report through the Office of Student Accountability & Support or report anonymously by calling the UM system Compliance hotline 844-469-6383.