#35260 Change GCR 7.2 to implement SMX Fines & Consistent Camera Rule

1. Video format must be a digital file to be viewed in an MS Windows compatible standard viewer.
2. Camera must capture at least the "driver’s eye view."
3. Camera must produce files with the correct time and date.
4. Failure to comply will incur penalties and logbook documentation as stated in Table 18."
In SMX, delete in its entirety Table 18: Video Camera Infractions.
In SMX, GCR section 9.1.7.1.D.23, change as follows:
"Penalties Clarification – Non-Compliant Parts"
In SMX, GCR section 9.1.7.1.D.23 table, change as follows:
Any entrant found non-compliant in the following areas maywill be penalized as follows:
Level Infraction Penalty
1 Non-compliant modification to any of the spec parts,
engine components, ECU/Electronics or modification to
the chassis.
May preclude suspend the driver (i.e. suspend) of the
non-compliant Spec MX-5 from competing in SCCA
events for the 12 months following the suspension.
A level 1 infraction carries a $1,000 fine.
2 Non-compliant modification to the suspension or
drivetrain outside of level one infractions: engine, fuel
system, charging system, exhaust, and intake system.
May preclude suspend the driver (i.e. suspend) of the
non-compliant Spec MX-5 from competing in SCCA
events for the 6 months following the suspension.
A level 2 infraction carries a $500 fine
3 Use of an unauthorized or non-compliant part, engine
component, ECU/Electronics or chassis or chassis part.
May preclude suspend the driver (i.e. suspend) of the
non-compliant Spec MX-5 from competing in SCCA
events for the 12 months following the suspension.
A level 3 infraction carries a $1,000 fine
4 Non-compliance (non-modification such as incorrect
part) Use of an unauthorized or non-compliant for any
of the suspension or drive-train part or component
outside of level one infractions: engine, fuel system,
charging system, exhaust, and intake system.
May preclude suspend the driver (i.e. suspend) of the
non-compliant Spec MX-5 from competing in SCCA
events for the 6 months following the suspension.
A level 3 4 infraction carries a $500 fine
In Range of Penalties, GCR section 7.2, change as follows:
"A. Fine ($1-$99)
B. A. Reprimand NOTE: A reprimand against an SCCA member shall must be noted in his license file.
B. Reprimand – Non-Compliance Technical Specifications
1. Spec MX-5 (SMX), GCR 9.1.7.1. Rule 21 Mandatory Video Camera (Specific to Spec MX-5 Cars)
C. Fine ($100-$249)
D. Loss of event points
E. Fine ($250) NOTE: All fines must be in whole dollar amounts only.
F. Loss of Time, Lap, or Finishing Position
G. Fine – Non-Compliance Technical Specifications
1. FE/FE2, GCR 9.1.1.I.2.T. Penalties (Specific to Enterprises Spec Cars)
G. H. Probation of competition privileges
The probation is effective immediately. If available, the SCCA member card should be surrendered to the Chairman SOM or the
National Office. If a fine is imposed, the conditions set forth in the probationary license will not be met until the fine is received
by the Chairman SOM or the National Office. Any member on probation must notify the event Race Director or Chief Steward
prior to his first on–track session or beginning his assigned official's responsibilities. Failure to notify the Race Director or Chief
Steward is a violation of probation.
1. Length of Probation
Probation may be up to 12 months; or it may be specified as a number of SCCA Road Racing event days or SCCA Road Racing
event weekends.
2. Term(s) of Probation
A member on probation may be restricted to competing in his Division; limited to competing in certain types of levels of events;
or required to perform specified event–related activities, including attending an SCCA Drivers' School. Participating in SCCA Test
Days or SCCA events that are not sanctioned by SCCA Road Racing will not fulfill probation.
3. Violation of Probation
Failing to comply with the probation terms may result in further penalties assigned by a review committee appointed to hear the
violation, by Driver or Official Review, or by the SOM at the event where the violation occurs.
I. Probation – Non-Compliance Technical Specifications
1. Spec MX-5 (SMX), GCR 9.1.7.1. Rule 21 Mandatory Video Camera (Specific to Spec MX-5 Cars)
H. J. Disqualification
An entrant, driver, or car may be disqualified from a competition or an event. Rights to awards, including points,
participation, and race start credit, in the competition or event, are automatically forfeited.
I. K. Suspension of license privileges
SCCA license privileges for a driver, crew, or official may be suspended for a period of time not to exceed 12 months. A license
holder whose privileges are suspended must immediately surrender his license to the Chairman of the SOM, review committee,
or Court of Appeals. The suspension is effective immediately. If a fine is imposed concurrently with the suspension, the
suspension period will not be completed until the fine is received by the Chairman of the SOM, review committee, or the
National Office.
A member whose Competition License has been suspended shall must not participate in a Road Racing event using any other
grade or form of competition license. When the suspension is the result of a non-compliant vehicle, the infraction shall must be
noted in the Vehicle Logbook.
The suspension document for a License holder will note whether a member whose license privileges have been suspended may
participate in further Road Racing events in another capacity using another type or grade of license.
L. Suspension of license privileges – Non-Compliance Technical Specifications
1. FE/FE2, GCR 9.1.1.I.2.T. Penalties (Specific to Enterprises Spec Cars)
2. Spec MX-5 (SMX), GCR 9.1.7.1. Rule 23 Penalties – Non-Compliant Parts (Specific to Spec MX-5 Cars)
3. Spec Racer Ford (SRF/SRF3), GCR 9.1.8.D.1.T. Penalties (Specific to Spec Racer Fords)
J. M. Loss of accrued points - A competitor may be penalized all points accrued during the current season.
K. N. Expulsion from SCCA - A member may be expelled from the SCCA as provided in the SCCA Bylaws."