New Updates to Infractions and Bans

[Cuguy]

While discussing some things in another thread, I decided it was time to visit the infraction system again.

While the point values are the same, I made two noticeable changes.

First, the points for infractions now expire after 6 months for ALL infractions, except instant perma-ban.

Secondly, there is NO autoban system any longer. Mods and Admin are now able to instantly ban anyone if they see fit for any length of time, just like the past. Of course, each ban will be discussed in staff forums unless it is a blatant disregard for the rules and clearly deserving of a ban. This again is a return back to the old style of moderation.

FYI for those who haven't seen it, or want to, here is the current rule list with associated infraction level points. We will also be amending the rules (removing some, modding others) to lighten the load so to speak. We are going to be putting a lot of trust in you, the members, to post what is right and tasteful. Keep in mind as you post, a rule doesn't have to exist for a staff member to infract you for what you are doing.

No Advertising Other Sites, Rule 14.	1
Text Must be Black, Rule 17.	1
No Fanboy Terminology, Rule 20.	1
No Rep Begging, Rule 21.	1
No Mod/Admin Begging, Rule 10.	1
No 'l337 Speak,' Rule 8.	1
Signature Violation, Rule 7.	1
No Spoilers, Rule 6.	1
No Religious or Political Topics, Rule 24.	1
No Necro-Bumping, Rule 24.	1
Don't Abuse the Smilies, Rule 15.	1
No Thread Derailment, Rule 22.	2
No Excessive Thread Making, Rule 23.	2
No Impersonating Mods/Admins, Rule 18.	2
No Abusing the Report Button, Rule 25.	2
No Spam, Rule 1.	2
No Infraction/Warning Contesting, Rule 12.	2
No Ban Contesting, Rule 11.	2
No Warez, Rule 5.	3
No E-Mail Abuse, Rule 13.	4
No Insubordination, Rule 9.	4
No Insulting/Harassing Other Members, Rule 26.	5
No Unfit for Minors Material, Rule 2.	5
No Flaming, Rule 3.	5
No racist or homophobic remarks, Rule 28.	5
No Trolling, Rule 4.	10
Instant Perma-Ban	30

[Tutankhamun]

Will old points, prior to today, expire as well? Because I have two points from 2007 that's still registered.

[Cuguy]

Will old points, prior to today, expire as well? Because I have two points from 2007 that's still registered.

I don't believe the Vbulletin software grandfathers the old infractions.

Essentially this should be a moving forward from here policy.

[RaY_210]

I would think that racist/homophobic would be a bigger infraction than trolling, seeing as how that would be a personal attack rather than just trying to stir up trouble about whatever.

[gumionday]

I just wanted to be sure that linking to an article or game sale would NOT be constituted as advertising another web site. Is this correct, or is there no more linking to other pages?

[The Black Wolf]

I have a question about the "Unfit for Minors Materials" rule.

So basically, if I were to post a thread unfit fo minors here on out, I'd get a 5 point infraction? Is that enough for a instant temporary ban?

[*goo]

Just want to call out that allowing swearing would arguably contravene the 'material unfit for minors' rule.

Some of the language used here is very crass at times and definitely unfit for children's eyes, but allowable.

Where's the line between acceptable and not?


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[Lethal_NFS]

Just want to call out that allowing swearing would arguably contravene the 'material unfit for minors' rule.

Some of the language used here is very crass at times and definitely unfit for children's eyes, but allowable.

Where's the line between acceptable and not?


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Quit acting like a little bitch.

[Soldier 95B]

I cunt take it captain, I taint gonna do it!

[Cuguy]

Just want to call out that allowing swearing would arguably contravene the 'material unfit for minors' rule.

Some of the language used here is very crass at times and definitely unfit for children's eyes, but allowable.

Where's the line between acceptable and not?


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swearing, yes, is unfit for minors, but let's be real. You hear a lot of this on radio, tv, movies... etc...

what we have sort of defined it as is something beyond language. Erotic imagery (not like lethal's av, but more showing), erotic or overly descriptive sexual text, gore, cruelty to animals, etc... but as is the case with every rule, it is up to the staffer as to what is or isn't allowed.

[Cuguy]

I would think that racist/homophobic would be a bigger infraction than trolling, seeing as how that would be a personal attack rather than just trying to stir up trouble about whatever.

i will post the number of infractions received per rule violation later tonight.. you will see why trolling is higher

[Lethal_NFS]

swearing, yes, is unfit for minors, but let's be real. You hear a lot of this on radio, tv, movies... etc...

what we have sort of defined it as is something beyond language. Erotic imagery (not like lethal's av, but more showing), erotic or overly descriptive sexual text, gore, cruelty to animals, etc... but as is the case with every rule, it is up to the staffer as to what is or isn't allowed.

Whew!!!!!!!! That would be like telling me to be a totally different person lol. I just can not imagine having a normal avy.

[Soldier 95B]

I can't imagine NOT eye banging Lethal's Avy's.

[RaY_210]

i will post the number of infractions received per rule violation later tonight.. you will see why trolling is higher

Lol oh alright

[Chille]

Wait so spoilers are against the rules? What if there in spoiler tags? Lol

[F34R]

Remove the infraction and ban contesting. It's important that members are able to speak with an admin, etc., when they've been disciplined wrongfully.
Examples:

• Reversed: Microsoft's line up for TGS 2011
  No Insulting/Harassing Other Members, Rule 26.
• Reversed: Private
  No Trolling, Rule 4.
• Reversed: MS Respond to Slim red dot claims
  No Flaming, Rule 3.

Move trolling up to be right after Insubordination, 5pts.

Other than those things, it all looks good.

I don't believe the Vbulletin software grandfathers the old infractions.

Essentially this should be a moving forward from here policy.

My postbit shows - Infractions 1/0 (0)

That's from something expired from 2 years ago.

[Fon]

Wait so spoilers are against the rules? What if there in spoiler tags? Lol

I'm sure that it means when people spoil a game, movie, etc.. without the use of Spoiler tags. But even if you use them the text you typed still showed when you check your profile. zzkurozz said that the spoiler tags I used didn't hide the content I wrote.

[*goo]

Quit acting like a little bitch.

I would like to draw your attention to rule 26.




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[RaY_210]

I would like to draw your attention to rule 26.




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Doesn't count if true

[*goo]

Nobody asked you.


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[squirrelbo1]

So I can racially abuse you as long as I dont troll. Always have and always will think this balance needs to be addressed.

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[The Black Wolf]

I have a question about the "Unfit for Minors Materials" rule.

So basically, if I were to post a thread unfit fo minors here on out, I'd get a 5 point infraction? Is that enough for a instant temporary ban?

Can I get an answer to this?

[Soldier 95B]

Doesn't count if true

Does it count if true?

[RaY_210]

Nobody asked you.


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Was just messing around man, calm down.

Does it count if true?

Wha??

And at Black Wolf: See CuGuys post #10. As long as your post doesn't have any of that, you should be fine. As far how many points needed for a ban, I don't know. You have to look at the thread about infractions

[Kuro]

I'm sure that it means when people spoil a game, movie, etc.. without the use of Spoiler tags. But even if you use them the text you typed still showed when you check your profile. zzkurozz said that the spoiler tags I used didn't hide the content I wrote.

Yeah that's weird I think that needs a fix.