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Oni-Con 2011 Policy Guide *Policies will be finalized before 7/15/2011*
General Convenion Rules & PoliciesPlease be aware that violation of ANY of the following rules are grounds for Immediate Expulsion from the Convention (Without Refund), as well as contact of the local authorities based on the severity. Also, please read all rules throughly. Ignorance is not an excuse for breaking the rules.* 1. Treat the Hotel and Convention staff with Respect.2. Convention Staff, Guest, and Attendees may not engage in any activites that are prohibited by law.3. Convention Staff, Guest, and Attendees may not be in possession of any item defined as a weapon, Illegal or not. (See Weapons Policy for more Detail)4. Convention Staff, Guest, and Attendees may not bring any animals onto the premises, with the exception of ADA working Animals with the proper verification and papers.5. Badges must be worn at all times, and must be visible.6. Shoes must be worn at all times.7. No Sleeping in any Convention Areas at any time.8. Alcohol is not permitted in Convention Space. -ZERO TOLERANCE-9. Usage or Possession of illegal drugs is strictly forbidden. -ZERO TOLERANCE-10. Harassment of any type is forbidden. If you or someone else is being harassed in any way, contact a staff member immediatly. -ZERO TOLERANCE-11. Badge's must be purchased in order to be allowed to remain in ANY part of the convention center or Oni-Con related space. If you do not have a badge you may be asked to leave until you purchase one. Weapons PolicyBe certain that you are within the rules! If you have anything that could possibly be considered a weapon, do the smart thing and take a trip to the Safety Desk as soon as you enter1. Any and all LIVE Weapons are NOT allowed. This includes individuals who possess a weapons permit, or a concealed weapons permit. Leave your pistols, and knives at home.2. All Weapons must be checked at the Safety Desk, each day of the convention.3. If Safety decides a Weapon is too dangerous you will be asked to return the item to your room/car.3. Live Steel is not allowed in Convention Space. This includes Blades, Chains, Blunt, etc...4. No Swinging, Play Fighting (unarmed included), or throwing of weapons. Events and Line-Up Policies1. Keep lines single file, and stay close to the wall/barricades.2. No cutting. Report to staff member if this occurs.3. Don't argue with the staff if they attempt to correct you or give suggestions.4. Keep in mind that the staff is not yelling at you, but they have to speak loudly enough for the entire line to hear which can be difficult at times.5. Completely fill in seats. Do not leave empty spaces. You will be asked to move down and fill the seat.6. Any event specific rules will be announced at the start of the event. Please listen while they are being announced. Dance & Rave PoliciesSafety Staff reserves the right to bar entry.1. No Bags larger than a hand bag are allowed. This includes: Laptop Bags, Backpacks, Duffle Bags, and messenger bags.2. Safety will not watch bags/items for you, Period.3. Safety Staff may initiate a voluntary bag/pocket check for contraband.4. Shoes must be worn at all times.5. No fighting, or Dance Fighting.6. If you have a history of Seizures, asthma, or heart attack, please AVOID the Dance/Rave. The heat and flashing lights may trigger attacks.7. No means No. Harassment will not be tolerated. If you are being Harassed, please indicate so to one of the Safety Members.8. Any solicitation of Alcohol or Drugs, will lead to an Immediate Expulsion from the Convention (Without Refund), as well as contact of the local authorities.9. NO Lightsabers, staffs, or any other large items that have no place at a dance. Put your props in your hotel room or car.10. String lights or swinging of any item on strings for the Rave will ONLY be allowed in the designated area. Convention Drug and Alcohol Policy 1. All illegal narcotics are absolutely prohibited in the hotel area and ONI-CON event areas. Anyone caught with illegal drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, ecstasy, or heroine (any illegal substance what-so-ever) will be automatically removed from the convention AND TURNED OVER TO THE AUTHORITIES! 2. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all convention event areas. Anyone caught with alcohol may have their badge marked or revoked without refund depending on the seriousness of the offense. 3. TEXAS law prohibits the consumption of alcohol by anyone under the age of 21. If you are under 21 and caught drinking, or are caught giving alcohol to someone under the age of 21, you will have your badge revoked without refund and TURNED OVER TO LOCAL AUTHORITIES. ONI-CON WILL INFORM THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES OF ALL ILLEGAL BEHAVIOR IF IT TAKES PLACE WITHIN THE HOTEL AND ONI-CON EVENT SPACES.Costume Policies & Reminders1. Please use good judgment and common sense in general. This is a family friendly convention. Keep all costumes sensible and at a rating acceptable in public. There will be children present. 2. No costume is no costume! If you are not clothed properly, you will be asked to change. This includes having a shirt and shoes at all times. We are using public spaces we rent so the local laws are in effect. No shirt, no shoes, no service. 3. Please make sure your costume uses non-see through material over the private body parts. Once again remember there will be children present. 4. No profanity displayed on the clothing or costume. 5. Those who abuse this policy will be subject to removal from the convention without refund from the convention or the Hotel. 6. Remember you will also be walking through public areas. How you act and represent yourself will reflect upon the convention as well. Safety Staff Dress CodeNo one is allowed to wear any costumes, cosplay gear, or similar while on duty. For small items, you may wear them at your discression, however keep in mind that if the item can hinder your performance in any way, I will ask you to remove it. Safety Staff are not allowed to wear clothing with spikes/chains/straps or anything of the sort. If we have a Staff Shirt you will be expected to wear it any time you are on duty. If not, then any shirt is fine so long as it is in good taste with no suggestive writing or profanity on it. Shoes: I don't mind so much about your shoes so long as they are close toed (No Sandals or Flip Flops). Honestly think about your selection though. There can be shifts where you spend a lot of time on your feet, and while the knee high hard leather dragon boots seemed like a good idea at the time, you will hate yourself for not wearing something more comfortable. Dress Professional, and people will treat you as such. *This is key. Take pride in your appearance.Safety & Volunteer Crash Space1. No Drinking in Crash Space2. No Parties in Crash Space3. The room you are assigned is your room for the con. Don't try to gain entry into the other Safety Rooms.4. Do not steal from your Crash Space5. Remember that your Crash Space has a Shower available to you.6. Treat your Crash Space-Mates with respect. We are all one big happy Safety Family.7. Keep in mind that there can be up to 10 people per room, so it's likely you are not always going to get a bed. I recommend bringing a pillow/blanket as a just in case.8. No one under the age of 18 is allowed in Crash Space for ANY reason. Yaoi and Yuri Paddles Okay, folks! Let's get to an understanding here. We at Oni-Con know the paddles may be sold in the dealer's room know these items are very popular BUT too many people continue to swing them around and hit each other and others in close proximity. Oni-Con does not mind you buying them and carrying them in your hands, BUT the FIRST TIME YOU ARE REPORTED OR CAUGHT SWINGING IT OR STRIKING ANOTHER INIDIVUDAL the paddle will be taken away until Sunday of the convention. Depending on the harm caused by your actions this may also result in your removal from Oni-Con. We believe that it is fair to give you guys a chance to keep each other in line rather than us completely ban these items. Make sure others do not ruin the convention for everyone by reporting any of this activity. Let's all have fun and be safe doing it. Thanks. -Oni-Con Staff-
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