Paint Checks & Penalty Implications

Overview

Rules governing paint checks and the potential penalties applied when players interfere with or avoid the checking process.

Key Points

• Paint checks verify elimination status
• Players may not manipulate clothing or equipment during checks
• Moving during a check may result in penalties
• Officials determine validity and consequences

Details

Paint checks are procedures used to determine whether a paintball has broken on a player or their equipment. These rules ensure that checks occur without interference and that elimination decisions remain accurate.

Players may be required to stop movement, present equipment for inspection, or allow referees access to contested areas of gear. Any attempt to wipe paint, conceal hits, or alter equipment during a check is considered a violation.

Movement during a check, unless explicitly allowed by the official, may lead to penalties. Similarly, failure to comply with instructions or attempts to evade a check can result in escalation to major penalties or misconduct.

Paint checks exist solely to verify elimination status. They do not provide advantages, and players must comply fully with referee instructions.

Related Topics

• Refereeing & Officiating Standards
• Rules, Safety & Player Conduct
• Major Penalties
• Penalty Enforcement Procedures