Points

Could a mod please explain the point system? Basically, just curious how many points are needed for a ban. I would also like to know how many points are given out for which infractions?

I would like to know so I can commit a few more infractions without going over the edge. LOL

Can we be awarded point badges?

From vbulletin's website:

The User Infraction system is designed to automate the management of misbehaving users.

Infractions carry a point total that is awarded to users. When a user reaches pre-determined point levels, the user is given infraction groups. Infraction groups are set up to restrict the permissions of users.

The system can also be configured to institute automatic bans based on points or number of infractions received.

From vbulletin's website:
We do not discuss infractions, disciplinary actions or bans with other users.

I will say that ECCIE does have an infraction/point system in place as described in the quote above. When a user reaches a predetermined (by the owners) # of points the software issues a ban. Originally Posted by johnnybax

The point threshold is 25 points when the system issues auto ban. There is no publishable list to provide of possible offenses or thier point value. But if you are in the wrong, don't worry you will know about it.

Cool, that means my next BS infraction means I am banned since I have 20 points. Thanks BB.

Seems sort of stupid to even have a point system if you don't have a publishable list. If you don't like someone, just ban them.

Violation Points Violation Points Speeding (MPH over speed limit not indicated) 3 Following too closely 4 Speeding (MPH over speed limit): Passing improperly, changing lanes unsafely, driving to the left of center, driving in the wrong direction 3 1 - 10 MPH 3

11 - 20 MPH 4 Failed to obey a traffic signal, a Stop sign, or a Yield sign 3 21 - 30 MPH 6 Railroad crossing violation 3 31 - 40 MPH 8 Failed to yield the right-of-way 3 More than 40 MPH 11 Passenger safety violation, including seat belt and child safety seat violations for passengers under the age of 16 3 Reckless driving 5 Left the scene of an accident that includes property damage or the injury of a domestic animal 3 Failed to stop for a school bus 5 Other moving violations 2 Inadequate brakes 4 Inadequate brakes (vehicle of an employer) 2 Improper cell phone use 2 Use of portable electronic device ("texting") 2

And per google you can buy points from yahoo shopping. But you can still get free from LE

http://www.nydmv.state.ny.us/license.htm#points
easier to read from link
mmmm are using NEW YORK or TEXAS points?

wow

The point threshold is 25 points when the system issues auto ban. There is no publishable list to provide of possible offenses or thier point value. But if you are in the wrong, don't worry you will know about it. Originally Posted by brutusbluto

Maybe it just depends on who the Mod is?? And if he like you or not, lol
Some Mods go from 0 to 25 points in 6 seconds!!!
The Judge, the Jury and the executioner, LOL

It is like the accelerate from 0 to 60 mph that is a commonly used performance measure for automotive acceleration!!
The Bugatti Veyron makes the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 2.5 seconds, and the Ultima GTR does it in 2.6 seconds,

Maybe it just depends on who the Mod is?? And if he like you or not, lol
Some Mods go from 0 to 25 points in 6 seconds!!!
The Judge, the Jury and the executioner, LOL Originally Posted by cnym

No worries cnym. We all know we have THE BEST mods here in Upstate NY. All other sections are jealous!

Some points are set, but generally as a rule they apply to first offenses... As we can imagine, there are those who will keep making the same errors in judgement over and over... as a result the points will increase for those offenses...
Believe it or not, points are only given after all mods in an area have discussed and reviewed each "case"... opinions that anyone may have regarding like or dislike do not ever come into play, and as has happened in the past, a mod may decide to recuse himself from disciplinary action (points or ban) in cases where his judgment may be influenced by personal opinions or outside influences...
As with all cases however, do not let postings of members who have received points cloud your judgement as to whether or not they may have deserved said infraction points... what often happens, as like with children, someone who has received these points may try to take their case public... without often giving the FULL details of why they may have received this infraction... As mods enforcing board policies, we do not give this information out, and i'm sure that no member on here would like for it to become public knowledge as to any exact reasons why they may or may not have received points or a ban...
I hope this clears up any confusion.

Believe it or not, points are only given after all mods in an area have discussed and reviewed each "case"... opinions that anyone may have regarding like or dislike do not ever come into play, and as has happened in the past, a mod may decide to recuse himself from disciplinary action (points or ban) in cases where his judgment may be influenced by personal opinions or outside influences... Originally Posted by Docdave

REALLY? I CALL TOTAL AND UTTER BS. Unless of course things have changed since Jack stepped down. That is not what Jack told me before. Too bad I can't post the contents of our communications and prove myself, because then I would be violating a rule and get more points.

Once again your post is pointless... and is turning into another rant about how you feel wronged by the staff. You were given a simple explanation and answer to your question... I'm sorry you do not like that answer, but thats just way it is... You can think that you know how the board operates, and thats fine... if that makes you feel better, I'm glad.... have a great day... stay happy... but turning this again into some attack against the staff here... does no one any good...

Once again your post is pointless... and is turning into another rant about how you feel wronged by the staff. You were given a simple explanation and answer to your question... I'm sorry you do not like that answer, but thats just way it is... You can think that you know how the board operates, and thats fine... if that makes you feel better, I'm glad.... have a great day... stay happy... but turning this again into some attack against the staff here... does no one any good... Originally Posted by Docdave

No rant, just stating a fact (which of course I can't prove without breaking a rule). Don't see why you felt the need to butt in when BB had already handled the question just fine. No attack against anyone, but you sure do like to try and make it look that way. Do you feel morally superior being the victim?

Thanks for the advice OSD, I will have to go check it out.

Im just gonna sit back and watch the implosion... who's got the popcorn?

Lot's of salt and butter!

Well I just got 5 points for posting on a site over 30 days old....now how do I get them worked off? week, month, year, ever?