Army

• Regulation: AR 600-20, Army Command Policy
• Section: Chapter 4, Paragraph 19
• Summary: The Army strictly prohibits hazing, defining it as conduct that unnecessarily causes suffering, degrades, or injures others. Leaders are responsible for preventing hazing and taking corrective actions.

Navy

• Regulation: SECNAVINST 1610.2A, Department of the Navy Hazing Policy
• Summary: Hazing is prohibited across the Navy, including actions that cause mental or physical harm or create an abusive work environment. Commanders must report incidents and ensure corrective actions are taken.

Marine Corps

• Regulation: MCO 1700.28C, Marine Corps Hazing Policy
• Summary: The Marine Corps explicitly bans hazing, regardless of rank or relationship. It emphasizes reporting and intervention by commanders to protect morale and unit cohesion.

Air Force

• Regulation: AFI 36-2909, Professional and Unprofessional Relationships
• Summary: Hazing is forbidden, and commanders are tasked with fostering a professional environment. Violations are subject to disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

Space Force

• Regulation: Follows Air Force regulations (AFI 36-2909)
• Summary: As part of the Department of the Air Force, Space Force members adhere to the same hazing policies, ensuring a professional and respectful environment.

Coast Guard

• Regulation: COMDTINST 5350.24, Coast Guard Anti-Hazing Policy
• Summary: The Coast Guard bans all forms of hazing, focusing on respect and dignity. Violators face disciplinary measures under the UCMJ.

General Guidance (Department of Defense)

• Regulation: DoDI 1020.03, Harassment Prevention and Response in the Armed Forces
• Summary: This instruction establishes the overarching anti-hazing policy for all branches, requiring training, prevention measures, and accountability.