Hazing deaths: Colleges, others could face civil penalties under bill that clears legislative hurdle
The first piece of anti-hazing legislation after last fall's death of an LSU fraternity pledge passed its initial hurdle Tuesday in the Louisiana Legislature.
Under Senate Bill 91, anyone found responsible for a hazing-related death could face additional legal damages in civil court. Defendants could include the perpetrators, as well as universities and national chapters of organizations that dont have clear anti-hazing policies.
Sen. Dan Claitor, R-Baton Rouge, sponsor of the bill, said his goal is to deter behavior that leads to hazing deaths. The criminal policy in place hasnt changed any conduct, he argued.
I want there never to be another instance of a kid to die in a hazing accident." Claitor said. "My hope is that we never have to pay a dollar under this statute.
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