Rules & Regulations 2010 - Ontario Lacrosse Association

2010 RULES & REGULATIONS33R16.12In any case where anyone is suspended and ordered to appear before the next regular meeting,the time that has elapsed between the date of such suspension and the date of the meeting maybe credited to any further suspension if the Board of Directors desires, providing the suspendedperson or his representative appear at the meeting.R16.13Any team found guilty of playing a player over the age limit permitted in the series in which it isparticipating, shall be automatically suspended for the balance of the season. If this occursduring the playing of the original schedule, all games won by the team with the ineligible player onits lineup shall count as wins to the teams formerly credited with defeats. If however, a player isnot found to be over the age limit until the semi-final or final series is reached, then only the gameor games in which he participated in such semi-final or final series shall be awarded to theopposing side.R16.14Suspension of an individual by the corporation shall cover his or her activities in all phases oflacrosse unless specifically stated otherwise at the time of suspension by governing body.REGULATION R-XVIIRight to Impose FinesR17.01The Board of Directors may fine any club or team any amount not exceeding one thousanddollars for any infraction of the Rules and Regulations as defined in the Constitution, Bylaws orRegulations of the Corporation.R17.02Clubs must pay fines assessed against them within ten days of notification by the ExecutiveDirector or be liable to further fines and/or penalties for non-payment.R17.03A club or a team may appeal against the levying of a fine by submitting a written appeal to theExecutive Director within ten days, accompanied by payment of the fine and an additional chequefor twenty-five dollars as deposit against the costs of the meeting.R17.04 – OLA CODE OF CONDUCTSection I – All individuals affiliated with the O.L.A. shall:I. Attempt at all times to work toward the goals and objectives of the OLA and the game ofLacrosse, and towards the betterment of its members.II. Strive to heighten the image and dignity of the Association and the sport of Lacrosse as awhole, and to refrain from behavior which may discredit or embarrass the Association orthe game.III. Always be courteous and objective in dealing with other members.IV. Strive to achieve excellence in the sport while supporting the concepts of Fair Play andDrug free sport.V. Show respect for the culture, social and political values of all participants in the sport.VI. As a guest in another province or foreign country, abide by the laws of the hostjurisdiction and adhere to any social customs concerning conduct.Section II – An Individual’s conduct shall be in question when they: