Ships Regulations

The Law And You: Ship's Regulations

The ISEO Endeavour follows a form of maritime law defined by the International Stellar Exploration Organization - it's 'Ship's Regulations'. ShipRegs are intended to cover a broad range of generally illegal situations but may not cover all situations.

These regulations represent various violations of behavior aboard the ISEO Endeavour, and how they are punished, generally by confinement in the brig, or other non-judicial punishments. This document is approved by the ISEO in accordance with the Geneva Convention.

• Repeated violations of these regulations may carry increasingly harsher punishments. A violation of ship’s regulations can not be applied twice if multiple violations occurred close to each other - within five minutes. This means one can’t stack charges unless they are separate incidents.
• All members of the crew are entitled to arbitration by either the Commanding Officer, the Executive Officer, or the Chief of Security. These listed individuals have the right to refuse to arbitrate on behalf of the accused crew member.
• Security officers should update a crew member's records with each violation of the ship’s regulations as they are processed.
• All sentient beings aboard the Endeavour are to be held to these regulations with the only exceptions being foreign diplomats. In cases of a diplomat committing a regulation violation - central command should be faxed prior to any sentencing.
• For all violations above SR1XX, A warrant must be issued.
• Warrants must be issued for any kind of search.
• You should endeavor to always make sure that individuals end up in the common brig if they're not really a risk, locking people into the anti-roleplay boxes near the armory is a dick move.
• Any regulation with a * Only applies to ISSC members or Espatiers.

Punishments

• Nonjudicial punishments (NJPs) may be issued to any member of the crew by their department head or senior members of said department. These are generally undesirable activities, such as janitorial duty, excessive physical exercise, or ‘creative’ punishments.
  • A crewmember may refuse an NJP, in which case a fine or brig time should be substituted.
• A fine may be issued as well, generally not exceeding 250 thalers for Minor violations. Fines are rarely, if ever applied for Moderate or Major violations. A good rule of thumb is 25 thalers for each minute in the brig. Fines should be directed onto the ships Executive or Commanding Officer to be deposited into the ship’s account.
• Brig time is the usual punishment for most violations. This should need little explanation - the crew member is detained, searched, and put in a cell for the proper amount of time.
• Being Relieved from Duty is also an acceptable punishment, in certain cases. This can only be applied to Officers by the CO or XO in their absence, or to Enlisted personnel by department Officers.
• Higher crimes carry more severe punishments, such as Confinement Until Jump (CUJ), Tracking Implants, Discharge from Service, Execution, or Marooning.
  • A prisoner confined until jump should be put in the ship’s permabrig after being searched thoroughly. A tracking implant may be administered after a person has served a sentence for a Major/Moderate violation of ShipRegs. Egregious violations of the regulations may warrant immediate discharge from service.
• Execution may only be carried out in extremely extenuating circumstances or after a tribunal.
  • Judicial Executions may only be carried out after a tribunal finds the accused guilty.
  • Summary Execution is only to be used in extreme or otherwise extenuating circumstances.
  • Executions must be painless and humane. Acceptable methods of execution are: Firing Squad, Lethal Injection, Spacing.
  • A doctor should be on scene to confirm absence of lifesigns and transport the body.
  • Confinement Until Jump is preferable to execution in all cases. Execution should only be considered if the prisoner is unable to be reasonably contained or presents an immediate, severe danger to the crew or ship.
• Marooning is acceptable in place of execution or Confinement Until Jump.
  • Marooning may ONLY be carried out if there is a reasonably habitable planet nearby.
  • Any marooned individuals should be given no less than three days rations and water, and may be issued a weapon if they are nonviolent.

Tribunals

A tribunal must be held to sentence someone to execution. A tribunal consists of three officers, or preferentially, three heads of staff. Tribunals should be convened only when there are no elsewise pressing situations and call for Dress Uniforms for all in attendance.

The accused may request a defense, or defend themselves. A member of the Ship's security contingent will present the evidence against the accused, then allow the accursed's defense - if any - to counter the evidence. The Tribunal may render a guilty or non-guilty verdict.

Parole

Parole

General Parole	General parole refers to the standard procedure of paroling prisoners. Prisoners should be outfitted with a tracking implant and should be given an off-duty civilian ID unless their job is reinstated by the Commanding Officer. The parolee may also receive a chemical implant at the discretion of the Brig Chief or Chief of Security. Before parole the prisoner should undergo psychiatric evaluation with the assistance of the mentalist or CMO if present.
Emergency Parole	Emergency parole should be given in cases where the brig is no longer safe for prisoners. Parole should be given effective immediately in such a situation; all prisoners paroled should receive tracking implants. Parolees may be ordered to report back to the brig once the situation is resolved if they have not undergone a psychiatric evaluation or proper command approval for parole.
Specialty Parole	Specialty parole should only be issued at the discretion of Central Command. Specialty parole varies from case to case, stipulations and procedure will be given by Central Command. The prisoner should still be tracking implanted while chemical implants should not be given without permission from Central Command. The prisoners’ job may be restored to them if permitted by Central Command or the Commanding Officer.

Modifiers

Modifiers

Cooperation / Compliance	This modifier should be issued if a suspect cooperates with security staff. Examples include: Willfully surrendering oneself, aiding in investigation/search meaningfully or so forth.	In cases of minor crimes, such as vandalism, littering or so forth - the subject should have their timer negated and be released with a verbal warning. Moderate or more severe minor crimes should result in a 25-50% decrease in time on the perpetrators timer. In the case of a major crime Security should consider general parole if the prisoner is fit for such action.
Self Defense	This modifier applies to those arrested in cases of battery, assault or, in rare cases, aggressive assault. Proper evidence is needed to prove one's intent such as eyewitness testimony and/or physical evidence.	If self defense is adequately proven charges against the subject should be dropped. Any negative security records reflecting the crime should be properly amended.
Blackmail / Subversion	This modifier applies to suspects that have evidence to prove they were either blackmailed into a crime or if they were subverted in some shape or way to act abnormal compared to their average behavior. Evidence such as: Recordings, transcripts, emails or physical evidence should be provided. Subversion ranges from mind-altering drugs, psionic intervention or so forth. Cases are rare and unknown; officers should use discretion and psychiatric help.	While awaiting evidence or in cases of lack of evidence the subject should be put into extended confinement. Upon being provided substantial evidence precautions should be taken to keep the subject safe. Tracking implants may be issued or, if in serious danger, the victim may be held by security in extended confinement for their own protection and well-being.
Repeat Offender	This modifier should be applied to subjects that repeatedly commit the same or otherwise similar crimes. These crimes should not exceed minor to moderate offenses. This modifier should only be applied upon repeating an offense already brigged or warned for.	The brig timer on the perpetrator should not be increased on the second offense. On the third repeated offense the perpetrator should have an additional 5-10 minutes added to their brig timer depending on the severity of the crime. Upon fourth repeated offense the perpetrator should be relieved of duty on top of their existing charge. Psychological treatment is suggested. Upon fifth repeated offense the offender may be placed in permanent holding and transferred to port authorities upon arrival.

Regulations

SR1XX

These violations are minor misdemeanors, generally punished with a fine or a small amount of brig time.

SR1XX

Violation Code	Crime	Explaination	Suggested Sentence (List of possible punishments)
SR101	Minor Tresspass	To be within a non-secure area in which the offender does not have access to without proper authorization.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP, escort from area.
SR102	Petty Theft	The theft of a personal or departmental item with a low value. Examples range from a small, otherwise replaceable item such a crowbar to a medical kit or article of clothing.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR103	Minor Contraband	The possession of certain minor contraband drugs without intent to distribute. Examples include controlled substances (ambrosia extract, space drugs, etc.),	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR104*	Disrespect of A Superior Officer	To disrespect the status or station of a commissioned officer through verbal, written or physical means. I.e insulting one's superior officer when told to do something.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP
SR105	Failure to Execute an Order (Minor)	Not executing a lawful, valid order, or refusing to do so when ordered by a superior.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR106	Littering	To leave trash outside of proper receptacles intentionally or otherwise create a mess.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR107	Resisting Arrest	To resist a lawful arrest by a member of the Ship Security Team. I.e the suspected running when told that they are under arrest, actively attempting to escape cuffs or fighting the arresting officer. This also includes avoiding arrest.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR108*	Conduct Unbecoming of a Crewmember	Hooliganism, excessive behavior, generally acting unprofessionally in a role where a crew member is expected to act better. This should only be used in actual cases of a crewmember failing to act professionally - drinking a beer is not 'conduct unbecoming', but showing up to an official function drunk is. If someone on duty does show up drunk, see SR207.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR109	Violation of Standard Operating Proceedure (Minor)	To violate SoP in a minor way, such as failing to activate suit sensors during code blue/orange/violet.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR110	Indecent Exposure	To lack appropriate clothing in a public workplace. Examples include personnel in public hallways and outside of personal zones (bathrooms, cabins, etc) in any revealing, lewd or complete lack of clothing.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP, psychiatric evaluation.
SR111	Disturbing The Peace	To create a disturbance, interfere with normal crew operations, or otherwise disturb the normal situation. Examples include disturbing communication channels or repeatedly voicing inappropriate comments publicly.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR112	Vandalism	To damage or deface a portion of the ship with graffiti, offensive markings, or otherwise unsightly additions. This also includes: Hacking vendors, hacking doors or other unwarranted changes to station hardware or property. If station property is fully destroyed or badly damaged, see Sabotage.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes, NJP.
SR113	Battery / Unwanted Contact	To have physical contact with a nonconsenting person who does not will it. Attempting or threatening, by gestures, actions, or words, to do so. If someone is physically harmed such as a physical altercation leaving bruising or physical damage, see Assault.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes.
SR114	Violating an Injunction	To violate a legal injunction ordered by the ship’s officers.	Officer volition (depending on injunction) + 5 Minutes.
SR115	Negligence (Minor)	To fail to complete a job to a satisfactory degree with minor consequences.	250 Cr fine, 5 minutes. If consequences stem from negligence, see SR207.
SR116	Animal Cruelty	To inflict unnecessary suffering or harm on a non-sapient biological being which poses no threat to any persons. Scientific and Medical experimentation does not apply.	10 Minutes + psychiatric evaluation.

SR2XX

These violations are more serious crimes, generally punished with brig time only.

SR2XX

Violation Code	Crime	Explaination	Suggested Sentence (List of possible punishments)
SR201	Major Tresspass	To be within a secure area that the offender does not have authorization to be within, or have access to.	15-20 Minutes, escort out of area.
SR202	Major Contraband	To possess items which may pose a serious threat to the crew (10mm/15mm pistols, rifles, etc), or certain illicit substances. (Three-Eye, Vecuronium Bromide, Mindbreaker, etc)	15-20 Minutes, confiscation of Contraband.
SR203	Distribution of Contraband	To illegally distribute contraband to members of the crew. This charge includes the distribution of either major or minor contraband.* *This does not include prescribed medical drugs issued by staff.	^
SR204	Theft	To steal an item of significant value or importance from it’s proper location or rightful owner. Examples include one's PDA, identification card, laptop or other items of high monetary value.	10-15 Minutes, confiscation of stolen items.
SR205	Violently Resisting Arrest	To violently resist a lawful arrest being performed by an authorized member of the crew.	15 Minutes.
SR206	Failure to Execute an Order with Serious Consequences	To fail to execute an order which results in serious consequences such as injury or loss of significant material. If a crew member dies, see Manslaughter.	20 Minutes, Discharge from Service if major damage or loss of life occured (see SR207)
SR207	Negligence (Major)	To fail at one’s duties and create a hazardous or otherwise dangerous workplace environment without purposeful intent. If a crew member dies, see Manslaughter.	15 Minutes, Discharge from Service
SR208	Assault	To physically attack and injure a crew member with or without a weapon. If a person is seriously injured, see Aggravated Assault / Attempted Murder. If a crew member dies, see Murder.	15 Minutes.
SR209	Violation of Standard Operating Proceedure (Major)	To violate Standard Operating procedure in an egregious manner. If this results in serious damage, see SR207 Negligence. If a crew member dies, see Manslaughter.	15 Minutes, demotion if major consequences.
SR210	Exceeding Official Powers	To abuse official powers entrusted by the ISEO in an Officer or high-ranking member of the crew. This can result in being relieved of duty if the subject is a head of staff, XO, or Captain. Examples of such acts include: abusing power to levy absurd charges, using one's power to put the crew in the way of danger or falsifying Central Command orders.	25 Minutes, Demotion.
SR211	Sabotage	To intentionally engage in actions which endanger the ship, crew, or mission.	25 Minutes, Discharge from Service.
SR212	Sexual Harassment	To make unwelcome and inappropriate sexual remarks or physical advances.	10-15 Minutes, injunction against contact, revocation of radio rights if required.
SR213	Obstruction of Duty	To actively interfere with the duties of any member of the crew, such as Security or Engineering.	10 Minutes.
SR214	Excessive Force	To use what is deemed an excessive amount of force in the line of duty. This is mostly used to charge officers and security members. Abuse of a prisoner can also be charged with this.	15 Minutes, demotion.
SR215	Sparking A Manhunt	To avoid lawful arrest with the intent to evade charges.	10 Minutes.

SR3XX

These are major violations of Ships Regs and may constitute a violation of international laws.

SR3XX

Violation Code	Crime	Explaination	Suggested Sentence (List of possible punishments)
SR301	Attempted Murder / Aggrevated Assault	To take actions which inflict major bodily harm with the intent to seriously maim or murder a crew member. This does not apply in cases of self defense. For cases that result in the purposeful death of the victim - see Murder	Confinement Until Jump
SR302	Manslaughter	To take actions which unintentionally result in the death of a crew member, irregardless of their current status. For cases that result in the purposeful death of the victim - see Murder	Confinement Until Jump, Judicial Execution if required.
SR303	Murder	To take actions which intentionally result in the death of a crew member, irregardless of their current status. This does not apply in cases of self-defense.	Confinement Until Jump, Judicial Execution if required.
SR304*	Abandonment of Duty	To abandon one’s duty or post during a crisis for whatever reason.	Confinement Until Jump, Discharge from Service.
SR305*	Dereliction of Duty	To fail to perform one’s duty in such a manner that it results in serious damage to the ship, loss of life, or danger to the crew.	Confinement Until Jump, Discharge from Service.
SR306	Escaping Confinement	To escape or leave extended confinement without permission for security or command personnel.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR307	Grand Sabotage	To create or otherwise cause major damage to a vessel that is deemed irreparable and/or unsalvageable	Confinement Until Jump, Judicial Execution if required.
SR308	Grand Theft	To unlawfully take an item that is vital to some portion of the ship’s mission, crew, or integrity	Confinement Until Jump.
SR309	Sexual Assault	Rape roleplay is against server rules and will result in community removal.	Judicial Execution, Confinement Until Jump if not possible.
SR310	Unlawful Confinement	To confine a crew member without lawful cause or authority, kidnapping.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR311*	Mutiny	To unlawfully engage in actions which undermine the chain of command and the authority of the Commanding Officer.	Confinement Until Jump, Judicial Execution
SR312	Espionage	To unlawfully engage in intelligence gathering or actions of sabotage in the service of a foreign power.	Confinement Until Jump.

SR4XX

These are violations of various treaties or conventions agreed upon internationally. These violations are not eligible for parole.

SR4XX

Violation Code	Crime	Explaination	Suggested Sentence (List of possible punishments)
SR401	Crimes Against Sapient Life	To willful violate the Declaration of Sapient Rights.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR402	Piracy	The act of attacking or robbing a ship still in active service.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR403	Unlawful Enslavment of a Sapient Creature	To, by any means, enslave a sapient creature.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR404	Willful Destruction of Native Enviroments	To, by any means, willfully destroy a ecosphere.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR405	Cruel and Unusual Confinement	To confine a sapient individual in cruel or unusual conditions.	Confinement Until Jump.
SR406	Espionage With Deadly Consequences	To unlawfully engage in intelligence gathering or actions of sabotage in the service of a foreign power and cause the death of crewmembers.	Confinement Until Jump.