Section 7: Violations & Penalties
- Fault: if a competitor touches the lane, equipment, or building beyond the fault line while the lane is active and before scores are called, the throw scores 0 points with no Killshot bonus. A Lane Judge may dismiss a fault under the 2026 change described in Section 1. (Sections B.3 and B.5)
- Drop: the throw scores 0 points; Hatchet awards +1 additional Killshot, except on throw 10. Big Axe and Duals do not award this bonus. (Sections B.5, D and E)
- Conduct: threatening behavior, bullying, and unsportsmanlike conduct are treated with zero tolerance. (Section F.2)
Conduct penalties escalate: (1) verbal warning, (2) zero score and a loss for the most recent game, (3) suspension from the tournament or season. Officials may bypass this sequence. Violations may be reported confidentially to [email protected]. (Section F.6)