Processes pertaining to abuse or misuse of the Codes of Conduct

In cases of abuse or misuse of the Codes of Conduct (both the membership's and Side 7 personnel's), all incidents will be carefully investigated. The investigation will determine the events that occurred, the type of infraction, and the severity of the actions. We understand that sometimes one makes a simple mistake, and we will take that into consideration.

For Simple Mistakes, The Following Will Occur:

For Everyone

A simple written reminder of the rules or code of conduct in question will be given.
If repeated "simple mistakes" happen, escalation to "minor infraction" will occur.

For Minor Infractions, The Following Will Occur:

For Side 7 Personnel

On first offense, a warning and potential 5 day suspension of duties will occur.
On second offense, a 10 day suspension of duties will occur.
On third offense, dismissal from status of Side 7 personnel will occur.

For Side 7 Members

On first offense, a warning and potential 5 day suspension of account will occur.
On second offense, a 10 day suspension of account will occur.
On third offense, possible termination of account may occur depending on infraction. Otherwise, 15 day suspension of account will occur.
On fourth offense, account termination will occur.

For Major Infractions, The Following Will Occur:

For Side 7 Personnel

On first offense, a 15 day suspension of personnel duties will occur, and continued status as Side 7 personnel will be questioned and considered.
On second offense, dismissal from status of Side 7 personnel will occur, along with potential termination of site account.

For Side 7 Members

On first offense, a 15 day suspension of account will occur.
On second offense, a 30 day suspension of account will occur; potential termination of account will be considered depending on situation.
On third offense, immediate account termination will occur.

For incidents of sexual harassment or retaliation, immediate dismissal from being Side 7 personnel and immediate account termination for Side 7 members will occur. Additionally, law enforcement may be notified of the incident and all evidence turned over.