All umpires are required to arrive at lease ½ half hour before game time.
Failure to contact partner/s and school day of or day before is considered being late.
| 1st Offense | 2nd Offense | 3rd Offense | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LATE SHOW | Written Warning | ½ Game Fee | Full Game Fee |
| NO SHOW | Game fee. If DH, both games | 2x game fee. DH – 2x both game fees | 2x game fee. DH 2x and forfeit schedule |
| TURNING BACK A GAME INSIDE 24 HOURS | Written Warning | ½ Game Fee | Full Game Fee |
| IMPROPER UNIFORM ATTIRE* |
Written Warning | ½ Game Fee | Full Game Fee |
| *(INCLUDES NOT WEARING REQ. PATCHES) | |||
Returned Check Fee $50 and check writing privileges to be suspended.
All other situations not specifically mentioned above (ie. Excessive turning back games, giving false information about situations, or excuses for actions: failure to use integrity: and inappropriate conduct etc.) will be addressed on a case by case basis with the disciplinary committee.
The disciplinary committee will assess all fines and warnings in writing. All situations are subject to suspension and forfeiture of remaining schedule. All minor offenses listed here may be appealed in writing to the board of directors. Offenses that result in forfeiture of a member’s game schedule and/or suspension exceeding 30 days, may be allowed a general membership appeal at the next scheduled membership meeting. Written notification of appeals should be directed to the disciplinary committee chairman within one week of the original notice. The disciplinary committee chairman will be liaison between the committee an the board of directors and will only vote in the event of a tie in either the committee of board. The appeal will then be voted on by the board of directors. All rulings at that point will be final.
