How Long are Time Outs?

The length of Time Outs is dependent on the rules infraction (minor/major), prior history and a consensus that the mods build when we discuss these matters.

Yes, this question had occurred to me as well. Thanks for the answer.

Cheers

maflynn said:

The length of Time Outs is dependent on the rules infraction (minor/major), prior history and a consensus that the mods build when we discuss these matters.

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What are standard Time-Out times...?

jav6454 said:

What are standard Time-Out times...?

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Seems to be few days

jav6454 said:

What are standard Time-Out times...?

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It really depends on the specific history of the member, the rule break, how egregious the case is etc. so there isn't really a standard. We do have certain policies and etc in place to make sure we treat members consistently.

Typically though time-outs last from 1 day to 30 days. If there is a need for anything longer then frankly you will be banned.

That said they usually really fall into the 1-14 days period and 30 days kept for more serious cases.

And again the 10-14 days period from that is also more for serious cases.

By the time you get to that sort of range then if behaviour doesn't change there is little we can do as we will have already given PMs, Infractions, and a series of shorter time-outs.

Members are welcome to send contact forms or PM me directly and I can discuss their history and any other issues they wish.

Out of curiosity, have any paying (donating) members ever been banned? I know donating doesn't give anyone immunity and am sure some have been on time-out...but I'm wondering if any have ever been banned.

Antares said:

Have any paying (donating) members ever become banned?

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Yes. Pretty recently actually.

Mac'nCheese said:

Do they get a refund?

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Hope not, it would be a pay per spaz forum.

I Didn't even know MR had time-outs. Odd, because I have been kicked of a few political forums recently. Only a matter of time MR mods!
I really need to watch my #$&% mouth.

Mac'nCheese said:

Do they get a refund?

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Interesting ask. So, if someone contributes financially and is then banned from the forums, are they refunded?

johneaston said:

Interesting ask. So, if someone contributes financially and is then banned from the forums, are they refunded?

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Things like this are usually handled on a case-by-case basis, and there is no real one-size-fits-all answer.