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Rules
We abide by World Poker Tour Rules.
(A few rules have been altered to apply to FREE pub poker)
The game will commence with one player shuffling the cards and spreading them across the table. Each player will select a card (other than the two end ones) and the highest card is the dealer. If more than one player has the same high card, then those players select again and will continue to do so until there is one clear winner.
The deck of cards must be cut by the person on the dealers’ right side and must be more than five cards on the top and bottom pile prior to the cards being dealt. A player cannot "tap" the top of the deck to substitute cutting.
1.     If a player shows another player his/her cards when both are active, then they must fold their hand and forfeit all chips already bet.
2.      If player shows another player his/her hand after he/she has folded, they must show all other players on their request.
3.     The minimum bet for the round must equal the “Big Blind” wager.
4.     The first increase (or raise) in betting for each round must be at least double the big blind or any amount more than double, after that any raise is possible, (unless a player is all-in).
5.      If a card if upturned whilst being dealt, then that card is shown to all players then takes the place of the card that is normally burned before “the flop”. The next card in the deck is then dealt to the next player and the player whose card was upturned receives the last one dealt.
6.      In the case of an error by the dealer, they must first try to reconstruct the hand. If they can't then the cards are re-shuffled and re-dealt. The game cannot be folded due to a misdeal if substantial betting (i.e. 1st round) has been completed.
7.      If a number of players are eliminated in a row then the game is reconstructed so whoever's turn it was to place the “Big Blind” must still place it. The “small blind may miss out and it may (depending on who or how many was eliminated) the previous dealer may have to deal again. The “Big Blind” must be placed by someone as that constitutes in minimal bet for that round. Each player must take his turn at playing the big blind.
8.     Whatever the minimal bet is set at for the start of each round (Big Blind) then this bet will be for the entire betting round - the TURN and RIVER card will not double. If the Big Blind has to go ‘all in' on an amount that is less than the nominated amount for the big blind, then this amount will constitute the big blind minimal bet for the first round. This reverts back to the correct "big blind" amount for each next round of betting. If the big blind is smaller than the small blind the minimal placed bet for each player is the “Small Blind”. The betting then reverts back to the correct amount of the "Big Blind" for all other rounds of betting.
9.      When a player is moved to another table – he/she must be placed in a similar position (in relation to where he previous sat to the dealer) at the new table.
10.    Where a pot is split between one or more players and the bet doesn't allow an even distribution then the odd chip will go to the person who bet first (left of the dealer). If three are involved and there is two chips over then it goes to the first two after the dealer.
11.    A player does not have to show his hand unless he is ‘called' to do so or to prove that he has the winning hand if more than one player is left in the final action. Normal all-in situations apply.
12.    When the blinds reach 100/200 then for every four 25 (or grey) value chip will be exchanged with the green or 100 value chip at the break. If a player only has one grey then this chip will be forfeited. If a player has two or three left over then they will be upgraded to one green chip. For green (100) chips one will be forfeited and two, three and four upgraded to a 500 chip. A player will not be down-graded out of the game - in this instance only will the player be up-graded.
13.    If a player is running late for the start of a tournament they may ring the venue and reserve a seat. The blinds are bet in his/her absence and cards dealt then folded when that player is on the blinds. If the player has not arrived by the first “Blinds” increase of the game, then he will retire from the game without scoring points and chips forfeited. A player can enter the game up to the first Blind increase but must surrender the equivalent number of chips of the Big Blind bets he missed into the first pot. (Final decisions on entry will be made by the host).
14.    If a card is flipped over (flop, turn or river) before last person has had an opportunity to place a bet, then that card and the burn card are placed back in the deck, re-shuffled and re-dealt. Same thing applies if a card is dealt before a player has the opportunity to bet.
15.    Players will abide by all normal table etiquette (refer to etiquette sheet). Players will get one warning on bad language or behavior and then be suspended for five minutes if they persist. Any following offences will result in suspension from the game and possibly lead to further bans. If a player becomes too intoxicated during a tournament, he may be asked to leave the table or ordered not to drink any more alcohol. This is on the discretion of the tournament organizer.
16.    If a player verbally bets out of turn he will be warned but is not compelled to follow this when his turn is officially available. If he has placed his chips in for the bet, then they must stay in the middle. If a player before him raises the bet and the offender now has changed his mind and doesn't want to bet - then he must forfeit his chips.
17.   A player cannot touch another's chips unless placing "Blind" bets in that player's absence.
18.   If a player turns his cards over when he goes “all in” before his turn, then the cards must remain face up for the rest of the hand.
19.   If a player (when folding his hand) throws his cards into someone else’s cards, the Tournament Director must be called. The folding player must reveal his hand only to the T.D. who will reconstruct the hand of the person still playing.
20.    Staff will have the final say on any disputes.
 POKER ETIQUETTE
  • Ensure that your cards and chips are always behind the line - otherwise they will be considered a fold for the cards or a bet with the chips.
  • Make sure that you do not bet out of turn.
  • When watching a game that you are not involved in or playing at a table when not involved in the hand, please refrain from commenting on the game whilst in progress - such as pointing out a potential flush or straight etc or comment on cards folded.
  • String betting or placing part of a bet then increasing it is not allowed.  All bets must be placed in one go.  You also cannot place a number of chips on the table and (even though your fingers haven't released from the chips) only leave part of the chips behind.
  • Ensure that the game is played at a reasonable speed without intentionally slowing it down.
  • Once a hand is folded you cannot pick them up again to look at them.
  • You must at all times show your chips and cards (if still playing the hand) and not cover them, especially with your arms folded around them.
  • Any player who sees an error being made or about to be made has an obligation to advise the dealer.
  • When raising a bet or going "all in" please declare this in a clear and audible voice.
  • Players will not over celebrate or cheer excessively when another player is eliminated from the game or loses a hand.
  • Players must be aware of their position on the table and not leave the table when it is their turn to deal.
  • Please respect each venues dress code and code of conduct (some venues do not allow hoodies, hats or offensive clothing).
  • Players will refrain from bringing their own alcohol/drinks to venues as it not in the spirit of the league and will not be tolerated (this can lead to bans from the league).
  • LASTLY, ALL PLAYERS WILL SHOW EACH OTHER RESPECT AND WILL RESPECT THE RULES AND ETIQUETTE LEVELS EXPECTED TO BE SHOWN BY JACKPOT POKER PLAYERS. IF ANY PLAYER BELIEVES ANOTHER PLAYER IS BREAKING THESE RULES THEY MUST CALL THE HOST OVER TO DEAL WITH THE SITUATION. IT IS NOT UP TO PLAYERS TO GIVE WARNINGS OR PLAY THE ROLE OF THE HOST, MATTERS WILL BE RESOLVED AT THE HOSTS DISCRETION.
Major breaches or continued rule and etiquette disregard will be taken very seriously and can result in players receiving bans from the league and all related benefits, such as entries to tournaments and any other benefits that can be attained through Jackpot Poker. If any player is caught cheating they will receive instant bans from the league and forfeit any prizes or benefits gained through Jackpot Poker.
CHEATING WILL BE VIEWED AS A SERIOUS OFFENCE. If a player is caught:
·         Chip sharing (giving another player chips without the hosts permission).
·         Stealing chips or equipment from the hosts set or bar.
·         If a player is caught bringing chips into the game from their person (if a player brings chips from home and tries to use them in a game).
·         If any player is caught rigging the deck.
·         Taking chips from other people’s stack at any time.
·         Signing out with another player’s rego number. (Any mis-leading sign out will not be tolerated).
FINAL SAY ON ANY NIGHTLY GAME WILL BE MADE BY THE HOST ON THE NIGHT. ANY FURTHER ACTIONS, QUESTIONS, REQUESTS CAN BE DIRECTED TO ONE OF THE EMAIL ADDRESS ON THE CONTACT US TAB.