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THIS CODE OF CONDUCT APPLIES TO ALL HOSTED CLANS WITHIN NEUTRAL GROUNDS

MATURITY IS KEY TO GAMING SUCCESS, know when to KID around!!!

1. Rule Compliance: All members will abide by Neutral Grounds code of conduct. As we would like to accommodate all of our members new and old. It is permitted to reside in more then NG (meaning: if you play with another clan..its ok to be in NG). Please if you feel that NG is not going to be the place for you, then resign your commission(officer only). (btw…we have a good retirement package here, so don't feel obligated to stick around to please us…you need to be gaming where your most happy.)

2. Accountability: To enhance our community and ensure optimized game playing. All members will be held accountable for their actions. While some things might be funny to you, they may not be to others. So respect those you find here. Please use better judgment when getting your point across, be it in public and even in private. If you intend to use malice to flame or hurt another in any gaming community, please take into account if your actions are mature and just. This rule coincides with rule #4. We strive for professional and mature gaming!

3. Member Privacy and Protection: Neutral Grounds will use everything within the law to protect its members. We respect and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy lets you know how your personal information is processed and used at Neutral Grounds. We take extraordinary steps to use your personal information only in ways that are compatible with this Privacy Policy. Please feel free to view our legal page and our private policy. Click Here!

4. Truth in Gaming: NG members shall be truthful in all games played while wearing any tag, including NG. Any member is found using hacks, cheat, or exploits will be removed from the clan/comm without trial or dispute. PUNKBUSTER GAMES ONLY, PB Bans will be notified immediately. Your IP will most likely be turned in directly to EvenBalance. We have members on staff, that are PB Ban members/admins.

5. Dispute Resolution: In order to provide prompt and efficient dispute resolution. NG's EC will commission a Fair-hearing board to insure fair treatment of members and guests. (Be reminded also that this board is to resolve friendly disputes, any deemed not, will be decide through Executive Command.) While great pains will be taken to ensure that no disputes reach any level other then friendly. This is a reminder that this is a private gaming community and by even reading this COC you understand that you agree to the rules of this site and forums, gaming servers and Ventrilo. All final decisions are up to EC and appointed commanders. Please remember that the site owner has the final decision on any legal matter that may arise when having a site on a public domain. Please view our legal page!Click Here! EC is created by the CL for each dispute in question. Call it JAG

6. Limiting Access by Minors: While trying to remain fair, NG current age requirement is set at 16. It is possible to gain membership under the age of 16, but would requirement of approval of Executive Command. Being a private community we are aware of internet laws of minors under the age of 13. Please be aware that you will need parental consent before you will be accepted by this Community/Clan.

7. Rights and Responsibilities: All rights of NG servers, sites, and content are the property of Neutral Grounds and their respected owners.

8. Ranks and Promotions: NEW NG members will conduct themselves for a trial period. You must show some effort in getting yourself known by commanders and fellow members. (This trial is an initiation period in which you must show your enthusiasm for playing online games in a team structure and that you will abide by NG rules and command.) This trial period can be increased at anytime to ensure proper placement within the community. Promotions are given by command member on performance and game playing ability and the willingness to learn. Please do not request them; this will most likely get you overlooked.

9. Inactivity: Please inform members of possible inactivity. Real life always takes precedent, be thoughtful and inform someone that you will be away for any long period time.

10. Staff and Duties: There are many tasks available to any member. One requirement, if at any time it is deemed that your performance Is lacking, you will be requested to take a more action approach in your duties. If a member finds that they cannot perform their duties. The position will placed up for bidding by qualified members. All job duties have set rules of engagement. Please try to follow them with the utmost respect. When you're working for NG. It is you that is representing the whole community.

11. Retirement and Removal: While no one here at NG looks forward to anyone leaving the community but, we all have to follow our own paths. We are thankful for those who have called us home. Decide before your resignation what kind of interaction you would like to continue with NG. As we would hope you have made some friends within the community. A retirement might be the course of action. In retirement, you still will be allowed to voice your opinions and help with new members in the ways of the NG. In resigning, it is your intentions not to bother with NG any further. Removal is just that, this is reserved for a selected few out there that don't work well with others.