3 . A false allegation is different from an unsubstantiated allegation ; an unsubstantiated allegation means there is insufficient supporting evidence to determine whether an allegation is true or false . Absent demonstrable misconduct , an unsubstantiated allegation alone is not grounds for a Code violation .
Section 2.7 Misconduct Related to the USASF ’ s Process
The behaviors identified below constitute Prohibited Conduct and may give rise to disciplinary action . In addition , a Member also violates the Code if someone acts on the Member ’ s behalf and engages in any of the following Prohibited Conduct , including a Member ’ s representative , parent / guardian or family member of a Minor .
a . Abuse of Process : A Member , or someone acting on behalf of a Member , violates this Code by directly or indirectly abusing or interfering with the USASF ’ s processes by :
1 . Falsifying , distorting , or misrepresenting information , the resolution process , or an outcome ;
2 . Destroying or concealing information ;
3 . Discouraging or attempting to discourage an individual ’ s proper participation in , or use of , the USASF ’ s processes ;
4 . Harassing or intimidating ( verbally or physically ) any person involved in the USASF ’ s processes before , during , or following proceedings ;
5 . Publicly disclosing a Claimant ’ s identifying information ; 6 . Failing to comply with an Interim Measure or other Sanction ;
7 . Distributing or otherwise publicizing materials or information created , produced , or provided during any course of action as a part of these policies or procedures , except as required by law or as expressly permitted by the USASF ;
8 . Influencing or attempting to influence another person to commit abuse of process ;
9 . Having another individual take any part of or complete any USASF required training for them .
Engaging in any of the above-referenced Prohibited Conduct , the Member , and the party acting on the Member ’ s behalf , if such person is also a Member , may give rise to disciplinary action .
Section 2.8 : Retaliation
Retaliation or attempt to the do the same by a Member , someone acting on behalf of a Member , Organization under USASF ’ s jurisdiction is prohibited .
Retaliation is any adverse action or threat to take any adverse action against any person related to allegations of Prohibited Conduct . Adverse actions include , but
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