Decision Announcement

In Simple Terms

After a hearing about a potential rule violation finishes, the judge running the hearing tells everyone when they can expect to hear the final decision. This gives teams and drivers time to prepare for whatever penalty or ruling might be coming.

• The hearing must be closed before any announcement can be made
• Only the President of the Hearing makes the announcement
• Teams are given advance notice of when the decision will be announced
• The announcement includes both the likely time and date of the final ruling