NEW : The misdemeanor charges are punishable by up to one year in prison . Comment: Scott also asked all university presidents to remind their students , faculty and staff `` how detrimental hazing can be . '' They are accused of `` striking '' Alpha Phi Alpha pledges with paddles and their hands . The University of Florida and national fraternity have acted against the chapter .
NEW : The misdemeanor charges are punishable by up to one year in prison . Comment: They are accused of `` striking '' Alpha Phi Alpha pledges with paddles and their hands . The University of Florida and national fraternity have acted against the chapter .