DP 13.0 REFEREE ABUSE HARASSMENT

(a)           All opinions and comments regarding a match official should be made to the office via the Referee Evaluation form.

(b)          Any abuse / harassment will be assessed on a case by case basis.  A team is responsible for the actions of its players and fans.

(c)           1st offence for referee abuse / harassment

(i)            Player - 1 year suspension

(ii)           AND/OR Team - 1 game suspension

(iii)         AND/OR Team - Up to $500 fine

(d)           2nd offence

(i)            Player - 2-year suspension

(ii)           AND/OR Team - 2 game suspension

(iii)         AND/OR Team - up to $1000 fine