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Section

PROTEST AND APPEALS

A.      GENERAL RULES ON PROTESTS

1.       In any PBMXC sanctioned BMX event a protest may be filed by a rider through that rider's team manager, with the chief race commissaire for any of the following:

a.       The configuration of a bicycle, including any lap time scoring system device.

b.       The classification of a rider;

c.       The scoring of a rider:

1)       Utilizing finish poles only (no video camera);

2)       Utilizing video camera equipment only (no finish poles).

3)       Utilizing Lap Time Scoring System.

Note: protests by riders during a competition are not allowed. Race commissaires/officials in charge shall make decisions on the spot through the chief race commissaire in case of any incidents or irregularities occurring during the competition.

2.       How to protest - 1.a. and 1.b.

A rider wishing to make a protest arising under items 1.a. or 1.b. above, may do so only in writing (See Protest Form in Appendix 6). The protest must be submitted by the rider's team manager to the chief race commissaire within 15 minutes of the conclusion of the race that has given rise to the protest. The chief race commissaire will conduct an investigation and render a decision on the protest prior to the commencement of that rider's next round of racing.

How to protest - 1.c. 1

A rider wishing to make a protest on his scoring position (see item 1.c. 1) above), must signify his intention by raising his arm and not taking his place at the designated finish pole. The rider must thereafter inform an official as to the nature of his protest and remain in the designated area until he is dismissed by the chief race commissaire. The chief race commissaire or his assistant shall, after consultation with the finish line commissaires, render a decision.

How to protest - 1.c. 2 & 1.c. 3

If a rider disagrees with his finishing position as posted on the moto sheets, a written protest (see Protest Form in Appendix 6) must be lodged with the chief race commissaire. All finishes shall be posted within ten minutes of each race. The chief race commissaire (or his assistant) and the chief scorer will view the video replay and render a decision (see item 1.c. 2) above).

Note: the team manager(s) or the rider(s) involved in the protest may be called upon as required by the chief race commissaire.

In case of a video protest

Should a situation arise in one of the three qualifying motos, where a clear decision cannot be determined from the video playback monitor, both riders will be scored with the better ranked finishing position. For example: a protest between 4th place and 5th place finishing position would in the case of a tied decision ultimately give both riders 4th place finish in that particular race.

In the case where a tie occurs in transferring or award positions, the "tie breaker" will be the rider's best finish in the qualifiers. The next "tie breaker" will be in descending order 3rd, 2nd, 1st moto finish result.

A video protest may only be filed within the time span of a round of motos. For example: if moto #42 of the first round is in the moto in which a rider wishes to view the video, then the video protest must be filed by moto #42 of the second round.

When protesting a transferring position, a rider must do so prior to that rider's next round of racing, whilst a protest against a rider's position in the main final shall be filed within 15 minutes after posting of the main final results.

If a protested race is not available on the video tape for viewing due to mechanical failure, the score sheets will determine the finish position of the race.

3.       The chief race commissaire shall have the power to impose a penalty up to and including disqualification of the rider as a result of any protest arising under item 1.a. or 1.b. The chief race commissaire may also bring any matter involving a protest before the Philippine BMX Commission and recommend the suspension of a rider if he considers the offence warrants this action.

B.      APPEAL PROCEDURES APPLICABLE TO ALL BMX RACES

1.       A decision of the chief race commissaire, the chief administration commissaire or any other track official may be appealed to the Philippine BMX Commission within one week of the conclusion of the competition that has given rise to the protest.

2.       No appeal may be made on a decision based solely on the observation and judgement of a race commissaire or official and not involving the observance or interpretation of any rule.

3.       An appeal must be made in writing, addressed to the Philippine BMX Commission in care of the Philippine BMX Commission office and accompanied by a non-refundable processing fee of Php 1,000.00. The Philippine BMX Commission will consider the appeal at its next regular meeting and announce its decision promptly thereafter.

4.       The decision of the Philippine BMX Commission on any appeal is final.

5.       Any rider under suspension and not otherwise disqualified by these rules may be reinstated at the discretion of the Philippine BMX Commission.