7. Violations & Penalties
Competitive Integrity
- Cheating: Use of aimbots, wallhacks, or any unauthorized software — permanent competitive ban
- Match fixing: Manipulating match outcomes or betting — permanent ban
- Bug exploitation: Intentional abuse of known bugs — round forfeit to match forfeit
- Stream sniping: Using broadcast information during matches — suspension
- Account violations: Smurfing or account sharing in competitive play — suspension
Behavioral Violations
- Disruptive behavior: Intentional team damage, refusal to play, AFK — warning to suspension
- Harassment: Personal attacks against players, staff, or fans — fine to suspension
- Social media violations: Leaking confidential information or hate speech — fine to suspension
- Gambling: Betting on Valorant matches by players or staff — suspension to permanent ban
Penalty Tiers
- Verbal or written warning
- Round or map forfeiture
- Monetary fine
- Match suspension (1-10 matches)
- Season suspension from VCT
- Permanent ban from Riot-sanctioned competition