Article B9.5.3
Restricted Period(s) Exceptions
Sporting Regulations
Article B9.5.3
Restricted Period(s) Exceptions
Chapter: B
In Simple Terms
Teams are given a limited number of times they can break certain rules during the season, with fewer exceptions allowed as the season progresses. In the first restricted period they get 4 exceptions, the second period gives them 3 exceptions, and the third period only allows 2 exceptions.
- Teams receive 4 exceptions during Restricted Period One
- Teams receive 3 exceptions during Restricted Period Two
- Teams receive 2 exceptions during Restricted Period Three
- Exceptions are limited per period and decrease as the season progresses
Official FIA Text
Each Competitor will be permitted the following exceptions during the Championship to the requirements of Articles B9.5: Restricted Period One: Four (4) exceptions; Restricted Period Two: Three (3) exceptions; Restricted Period Three: Two (2) exceptions.
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