Respect every member
Treat players and staff with courtesy. Insults, targeted harassment and bullying are not allowed in voice, text or Discord, in character or out.
Garden StateRules
Read these before you connect. They keep the city fun for everyone.
Welcome, new member
These rules apply to every player, in every department and on Discord. Reading them takes about ten minutes and saves you a lot of trouble later.
- Join the Discord and read the announcements.
- Read the rules on this page.
- Take the rules check at the bottom.
- Submit your application for a department or civilian path.
- Check your microphone and make sure it is clear.
- Press Connect and start your first shift.
Each rule shows the usual first response if it is broken. Staff may go higher or lower depending on severity, history and intent.
Glossary
| IC / OOC | In character / out of character. |
|---|---|
| RP | Roleplay. |
| RDM | Random deathmatch: attacking or killing without a valid story reason. |
| VDM | Vehicle deathmatch: using a vehicle to harm players without a reason. |
| FRP | Fail roleplay: breaking realism. |
| NLR | New Life Rule: you forget what led to your death and stay away from the scene. |
| Metagaming | Using out-of-character information in character. |
| Powergaming | Forcing actions or doing the impossible. |
| LEO | Law enforcement officer. |
| PCR | Patient care report filed by fire and EMS. |
Punishment ladder
| Warning | A verbal or written warning for minor issues, usually with a reminder of the rule. |
|---|---|
| Kick | Removal from the server for more serious or repeated issues. You may rejoin after reading the rule. |
| Temporary ban | A ban for a set time on serious violations such as RDM, VDM or combat logging. |
| Permanent ban | Removal from the community for severe violations like cheating, hate speech, doxxing or ban evasion. |
1Community and conductHow we treat each other on Discord and in the city.
Warning
No hate speech or discrimination
Slurs and discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexuality, disability or nationality are never allowed, even as a joke or as part of a character.
Keep out-of-character content PG-13
No sexual content, NSFW images or graphic gore in any channel. Dark themes in roleplay are fine when they stay tasteful and are not forced on others.
Protect personal information
Never share anyone's real name, address, photos, accounts or other private details (doxxing). This includes screenshots that expose private information.
Follow staff instructions
Do what staff ask in the moment, then raise any disagreement in a ticket afterwards. Arguing with staff in public channels or in the city is not allowed.
One account per person
Alternate accounts used to dodge punishments, gain an advantage or avoid a character's history are not allowed.
No ban evasion
Joining on a new account or device to get around a ban results in a permanent ban on every account.
No advertising or recruiting
Do not advertise other servers, communities, stores or services, and do not recruit our members through direct messages.
Keep real-world politics and drama out
Real-world politics, religion and personal feuds do not belong in the city or the general channels. Take disputes to a ticket.
Streaming and recording
You may stream and record. Do not broadcast staff discussions, private voice channels or tickets, and do not use footage to harass or expose other players.
2Roleplay fundamentalsThe rules that make the city feel real.
Stay in character
Remain in character while in the city. Keep out-of-character (OOC) talk short, use the OOC chat, and return to the scene quickly.
No metagaming
Do not use information your character could not know. Details from Discord, streams, voice calls or another character must stay out of your character's decisions.
No powergaming
Do not force actions on others, skip their chance to respond, or perform things that are impossible or unrealistic for your character.
Avoid fail roleplay
Actions that break realism count as fail RP. Examples: ignoring serious injuries, surviving impossible falls, or ignoring an obvious emergency scene.
Value your character's life
Act as if your character wants to live. When outgunned or surrounded by a clear threat, comply and roleplay the situation instead of fighting for no reason.
Show fear roleplay
When a weapon is pointed at you or your life is in danger, react with realistic fear. Do not ignore threats, run toward danger or mock armed people.
New Life Rule (NLR)
After your character is revived at a hospital, you forget what led to the incident. You may not return to the scene or seek revenge on the people involved for 15 minutes.
Realistic character names and backstories
Use believable names. No celebrities, memes, jokes or offensive names. Keep your story consistent and do not play more than one active character in a session.
No combat logging
Do not disconnect during an arrest, medical scene, chase or fight to avoid consequences. If you truly must leave, tell the people involved out of character first.
A working microphone is required
Use a clear microphone. Voice changers, soundboards, background music and constant static are not allowed while you are in the city.
Roleplay first, winning second
Give other players something to work with. A good scene matters more than winning it. Let your actions have consequences.
3Criminal activityCrime is welcome when it has a story behind it.
Every crime needs a reason
Start crimes with roleplay and a clear story. Random violence, random kidnappings and random robberies for no reason are not allowed.
No random deathmatching (RDM)
Do not kill or attack players without a valid roleplay reason and a chance to react. Shooting someone because they are nearby is RDM.
No vehicle deathmatching (VDM)
Do not use vehicles as weapons against players without a valid roleplay reason. Accidental collisions should be roleplayed, not exploited.
No cop baiting
Do not provoke police to start a chase or shootout for no story reason. Crime should be driven by your character's goals, not by baiting a fight.
Respect crime requirements
Each crime has requirements such as minimum police on duty and a cooldown. Follow what is posted and ask staff if you are unsure.
Hostage rules
Hostages must be roleplayed fairly. Make realistic demands, do not hold a hostage for an unreasonable length of time (about 20 minutes), and do not use hostages as a shield for repeated escapes.
No crime in safe zones
Hospitals, police stations, the courthouse and other marked safe zones are off limits for crime and violence.
Gangs and crews
Gangs and crews must follow the approved structure and size limits from staff. Gang conflicts need a story and cannot target players who are not involved.
Handcuffed means handcuffed
Once cuffed or detained, stay in the scene and roleplay it. Do not break cuffs, glitch out of cells or escape with exploits.
Illegal sales and drugs
Use only the server's systems for illegal goods. Do not duplicate items, sell through exploits, or roleplay crimes that are not allowed on the server.
4Vehicles and drivingDrive like your character wants to arrive.
Drive realistically
Obey traffic laws unless your character has a story reason not to. No bunny hopping, flying cars or fail driving.
Park responsibly
Do not abandon vehicles in roads, spawn points or doorways. Use garages and approved parking.
Emergency vehicles are for on-duty members
Emergency lights, sirens and emergency vehicles are only for on-duty police, fire and EMS members, and only for their duties.
Pursuit roleplay
Roleplay pursuits with realistic reasons and limits. Do not intentionally drive into oncoming traffic to win a chase or stage a chase without a story.
No vehicle exploits
Do not use vehicle spawn exploits, tuning glitches or any other exploit to gain an advantage over another player.
Aircraft and boats
Only use aircraft and boats you are allowed to use. Do not crash into buildings, hospitals or other players.
5Law enforcementApplies to San Andreas State Police, Blaine County Sheriff's Office, Municipal Police and the FBI.
Follow the chain of command
Follow orders from supervisors during duty. Disagreements are handled after the scene through your department's leadership.
Know your jurisdiction
SASP covers the state and highways, the Sheriff's Office covers Blaine County, Municipal Police covers city limits and the FBI handles federal cases. Request backup instead of overstepping.
Reasonable suspicion and probable cause
Stops, searches and arrests need an articulable reason that you state in character. No stops or arrests based on out-of-character information.
Escalate force properly
Use verbal commands first, then less-lethal options. Lethal force is allowed only when a life is in immediate danger. Do not shoot fleeing unarmed people.
Evidence and reports
File accurate reports. Do not plant, destroy or withhold evidence, and keep the chain of custody realistic.
Corruption needs approval
Corrupt-officer roleplay requires approval from department leadership and awareness from staff. Unapproved corruption is not allowed.
Radio discipline
Keep radio traffic short and clear. Use proper codes, keep channels free during pursuits, and do not talk over active units.
Off-duty conduct
Do not use department gear or authority while off duty, and do not switch characters or duty status to avoid roleplay consequences.
Searches and detainees
Pat down before searching. Do not leave injured detainees unattended and provide medical attention where needed.
Professional behavior
Act professionally in uniform. No jokes at someone's expense during serious scenes and no abuse of power.
Interagency cooperation
Support other agencies on joint scenes. Do not take over a local call without a reason, and share information in character.
6Fire and EMSApplies to San Andreas Fire and EMS.
Medical and fire are neutral
Do not attack, rob or kidnap on-duty fire and medical personnel without a story reason approved by staff. Randomly targeting them is RDM.
Treat everyone
Provide care to anyone who needs it, regardless of their crimes or character background, as long as the scene is safe.
Scene safety first
Stage away from active gunfire or danger until police clear the scene. Do not run into an active shootout without cover.
Use the medical system
Use the server's injury and treatment systems. No instant heals. File a patient care report (PCR) for every treated patient.
No firearms on duty
Fire and EMS members do not carry firearms while on duty and must not use equipment as weapons.
Fire scene roleplay
Roleplay extinguishing and rescue steps realistically. Do not start fires without staff approval and do not skip safety steps.
Revive responsibly
Do not abuse revives, skip required treatment steps or revive players who are legitimately dead under NLR rules.
Transport and hospital care
Transport patients to the proper facility and roleplay the handoff. Do not leave patients without care.
7DOJ and courthouseApplies to judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys and court staff.
Due process
Arrested players must be processed through roleplay and the courthouse systems. Do not skip hearings or deny rights without a reason.
Impartial court
Judges and prosecutors must stay impartial. Declare conflicts of interest and do not favor friends or colleagues.
Warrants need evidence
Warrants must be supported by evidence presented to a judge. No warrants based on out-of-character information.
Attorney conduct
Defense attorneys must protect client privilege and act professionally. Do not leak confidential case information.
Accurate records
Use the case and records systems honestly. Do not fabricate, alter or delete records.
Courtroom decorum
Follow courtroom rules and judge instructions. No weapons inside the courthouse and no disruptions during hearings.
Sentencing guidelines
Follow DOJ sentencing guidelines. Staff may review sentences that are excessive or abusive.
8Radio and communicationsKeep the channels useful for everyone.
Radio etiquette
Keep transmissions short, do not talk over others, and use the correct channel for your department.
Reserved frequencies
Police, fire and EMS frequencies are reserved for those departments. Civilians may not listen to or use them.
No radio abuse
Do not play music, make noise or spam the radio. Do not use the radio as a way to metagame.
Phones and social media stay in character
Use in-game phones and social apps for roleplay only. Do not post or share real-life information.
9Fair play and technicalKeep the playing field level.
No cheating or modding
Mod menus, aimbots, wallhacks, ESP and any other cheat are not allowed.
No exploits or duplication
Do not abuse bugs, duplicate items or exploit scripts. Report bugs to staff instead of using them.
No unfair visual modifications
Use the built-in visual settings menu for graphics changes. Mods that remove fog, foliage or shadows, or brighten nights for an advantage, count as cheating.
Provide evidence when asked
When staff request clips, screenshots or other evidence, provide them promptly. Refusing may count as an admission.
Third-party tools
Overlays and tools that change gameplay or read other players' data are not allowed without staff approval.
10Reports, appeals and staffWhat to do when something goes wrong.
Report in a ticket
Do not argue in the city. Open a ticket and include your character name, the time, the players involved and a clip or screenshot if you have one.
Bring evidence
Reports without evidence are harder to act on. Save clips and note times as soon as an issue happens.
Staff follow the rules too
Staff are held to the same rules. Report staff abuse to management in a ticket.
Appeals
Appeal punishments in a ticket within 14 days. One appeal per punishment, with your side explained calmly. Do not message staff repeatedly about it.
Punishments are at staff discretion
The punishment ladder is a guide. Staff may adjust based on severity, history and intent.
Rules can change
Rules may be updated at any time. Check this page and the announcements. Not knowing the rules is not an excuse.
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Rules check
Six quick questions. You can retake it as often as you like.
Next: join the Discord and apply.