New Mexico's AG proposes laws to criminalize hazing and cyberbullying, facing criticism over potential overreach.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing for legislation to criminalize hazing and cyberbullying, proposing penalties for these acts during the upcoming legislative session. The bills aim to protect students by defining hazing and cyberbullying more comprehensively and introducing criminal charges for those involved, including mandatory reporting and education requirements for schools. Critics worry the laws could lead to more young people facing the criminal justice system.

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