Threat of Violence

Any threat of violence against another member or group of people is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.

What is in violation of this policy?

Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Threat of violence directed at another member
• Threat of violence directed at a group of people
• Promoting or encouraging physical violence against a group of people

What is not in violation of this policy?

Examples include but are not limited to:

• Hyperbolic statement (e.g. someone should knock you out)
• Jokes, euphemisms, song lyrics, etc.

How do I report a potential violation of this guideline?

Report a potential violation as follows:

1. Visit the page with the potentially offensive material
2. Select "...", “More”, or “Options”, then select “Report”
3. Select “Content Not Permitted” or "Other Reason"
4. Select "Next"
5. Add any additional information
6. Select "Report"

For more information, you can refer to Submitting a Report.

Who can report a potential violation of this guideline?

Anyone who comes across content they believe might fall under this guideline.

What happens if someone violates this guideline?

If someone violates this guideline, the content is removed, and they receive a three-day time-out.

For each subsequent violation, the person's time-out increases in length, up to a maximum of a one-month time-out. They also risk losing their account permanently.