Laws
A1 – Scope
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-A1 · Chapter: Algemene Bepalingen
– APV-A1 Scope
This APV supplements Dutch law and applies to the island, municipality and city.
It provides an indicative RP framework, and is also used for handling sanctions outside RP.
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A2 – Validity
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-A2 · Chapter: Algemene Bepalingen
– APV-A2 Validity
If rules change after an incident, the most favorable provisions for the suspect apply.
Staff may not decide on cases involving themselves, friends or family.
Lying to staff with hard proof (e.g., logs) may res…
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A3 – Penalty provisions
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-A3 · Chapter: Algemene Bepalingen
– APV-A3 Penalty provisions
Sanctions are grouped into categories (1–8), ranging from warnings/community service to permanent bans and account wipes.
Higher categories may be applied for repeated violations; urgent preventive sanct…
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A4 – Additional laws and rules
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-A4 · Chapter: Algemene Bepalingen
– APV-A4 Additional laws and rules
The APV is supplemented by a public lawbook containing all applicable laws, articles and provisions.
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Article 1 – FailRP & Powergaming
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-1 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 1 FailRP & Powergaming
Intentional low-quality RP (FailRP) or forcing unrealistic outcomes (Powergaming) is punishable.
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Article 3 – Exploits
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-3 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 3 Exploits
Abusing bugs/exploits for profit leads to category 8 sanctions and restitution.
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Article 4 – Disruption of RP
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-4 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 4 Disruption of RP
Deliberately disrupting others RP is punishable; repeated behavior may escalate.
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Article 5 – Metagaming
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-5 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 5 Metagaming
Out-of-character information may not be used in-character; violations are punishable.
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Article 6 – Job uniforms
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-6 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 6 Job uniforms
Uniform requirements apply; misuse of government uniforms is punishable.
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Article 6.2 – Enforcement clothing (staff)
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-6.2 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 6.2 Enforcement clothing (staff)
Rules apply to staff enforcement clothing; violations may be punished.
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Article 7 – Baiting
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-7 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 7 Baiting
Deliberately provoking officers or civilians to annoy or waste time is punishable (cop-baiting included).
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Article 8 – Spam
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-8 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 8 Spam
Excessive messaging is punishable; spamming emergency dispatch escalates.
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Article 9 – Combat logging
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-9 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 9 Combat logging
Leaving during RP without valid reason is punishable; crashes/timeouts require quick return and RP continuation.
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Article 10 – Traffic participation (repealed)
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-10 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 10 Traffic participation
Repealed on 19-11-2024.
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Article 11 – Value of Life
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-11 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 11 Value of Life
Reckless disregard for your character’s life is punishable; staff assessment is leading.
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Article 12 – New Life Rule
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-12 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 12 New Life Rule
After character death, the last RP must be forgotten; violations are punishable.
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Article 13 – Microphone
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-13 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 13 Microphone
A working microphone is required; staff will attempt contact before sanctions.
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Article 14 – Language
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-14 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 14 Language
Dutch and/or English is required; using other languages provocatively is punishable.
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Article 15 – Reporting
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-15 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 15 Reporting
Use /report and do not announce reports in-game; doing so may be punishable.
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Article 16 – Breaking character
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-16 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 16 Breaking character
Using OOC terms in RP is forbidden; staff exceptions apply for official duty conversations.
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Article 17 – Vehicles in buildings
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-17 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 17 Vehicles in buildings
Entering buildings with vehicles where not intended is punishable.
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Article 18 – Default outfit
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-18 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 18 Default outfit
Players must customize clothing; default outfits/government clothing restrictions apply.
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Article 19 – Impersonating government staff
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-19 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 19 Impersonating government staff
Impersonating government services is forbidden; marked protective gear restrictions apply.
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Article 20 – Combat stashing
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-20 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verstoring openbare orde (RP)
– Article 20 Combat stashing
Stashing/disposing items shortly after criminal activity or confiscation is punishable.
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Article 21 – VDM
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-21 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Schade aan personen
– Article 21 VDM
Using vehicles as weapons is punishable; unrealistic high-speed pitting rules apply.
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Article 22 – RDM
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-22 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Schade aan personen
– Article 22 RDM
Killing without valid RP reason is punishable; cooperating victims may not be executed.
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Article 23 – Insults
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-23 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Schade aan personen
– Article 23 Insults
Hate speech/severe insults may lead to heavy sanctions; mild insults are also punishable.
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Article 51 – Weapon handling (Firearms)
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-51 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Openbare orde & veiligheid
– Article 51 Weapon handling (Firearms)
Drawing a weapon while another weapon is aimed at you is prohibited.
Drawing a weapon during a frisk is prohibited.
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Article 52 – Refund requests
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-52 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 52 Refund requests
Full scenario footage is required; incomplete requests are rejected.
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Article 53 – Realistic PIT manoeuvres
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-53 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verkeer
– Article 53 Realistic PIT manoeuvres
PIT manoeuvres must be realistic and safely executed.
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Article 54 – Job hopping
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-54 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 54 Job hopping
Switching jobs too frequently is prohibited without authorization.
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Article 55 – Cooperation between official groups
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-55 · Chapter: Criminele organisaties
– Article 55 Cooperation between official groups
Cooperation between official groups is limited and regulated.
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Article 56 – Server restarts
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-56 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 56 Server restarts
Starting major scenarios shortly before a restart is prohibited.
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Article 57 – Realistic vehicle use
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-57 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verkeer
– Article 57 Realistic vehicle use
Vehicles must be used realistically in criminal scenarios.
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Article 58 – Off-road vehicles
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-58 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Verkeer
– Article 58 Off-road vehicles
Only off-road vehicles may be used off-road.
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Article 59 – Tickets
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-59 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 59 Tickets
Incomplete tickets are closed without review.
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Article 60 – Green zones
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-60 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 60 Green zones
Violent acts are prohibited in green zones.
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Article 61 – Diplomatic zones
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-61 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 61 Diplomatic zones
Diplomatic zones may not be abused.
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Article 24 – Robbing & scamming civilians
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-24 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 24 Robbing & scamming civilians
Scamming limits, robbery restrictions, and RP requirements apply; staff may roll back scenarios when violated.
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Article 25 – Crime & public servants
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-25 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 25 Crime & public servants
Corruption and trading seized government items are prohibited; sanctions and dismissal may apply.
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Article 26 – Government vehicles
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-26 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 26 Government vehicles
Driving/stealing government vehicles is restricted and may be punishable.
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Article 27 – Proper use of job vehicles
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-27 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 27 Proper use of job vehicles
Job vehicles may not be used for illegal activities; violations may lead to sanctions and dismissal.
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Article 28 – Robbery rules
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-28 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 28 Robbery rules
Robbery tool restrictions apply; spikes during robberies are prohibited.
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Article 29 – Revenge
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-29 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 29 Revenge
Revenge is time-limited and must be RP-grounded; violations are punishable.
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Article 30 – Conduct towards EMS & government staff
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-30 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 30 Conduct towards EMS & government staff
Strict rules protect EMS/government staff; kidnapping/abuse and hostage demands are regulated.
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Article 31 – RP & criminal org member limits
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-31 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 31 RP & criminal org member limits
Member and scenario size limits apply to criminal organizations; violations are punishable.
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Article 32 – Behavior of criminal organizations
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-32 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 32 Behavior of criminal organizations
Management may sanction or suspend supported groups for repeated negative behavior.
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Article 33 – Illegal activities OOC
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-33 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 33 Illegal activities OOC
Advertising/organizing illegal activity via OOC channels is prohibited and punishable.
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Article 34 – Escaping custody
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-34 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 34 Escaping custody
Escapes require valid RP and minimum on-duty presence; violations may be punished and rolled back.
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Article 35 – Locations
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-35 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 35 Locations
Camping general locations to rob others is prohibited and punishable.
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Article 37 – Official gang rules
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-37 · Chapter: Overtredingen – Criminele activiteiten
– Article 37 Official gang rules
Special restrictions apply around official gang houses; violations may result in sanctions and gang strikes.
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Article 38 – Bodycams
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-38 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 38 Bodycams
RP camera evidence rules apply; ticket/report evidence may use any footage; violations are punishable.
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Article 39 – Face covering
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-39 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 39 Face covering
Face covering requires valid RP; violations are punishable.
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Article 40 – Voice recognition
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-40 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 40 Voice recognition
Identifying masked players by voice is prohibited and punishable.
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Article 41 – Stream sniping
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-41 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 41 Stream sniping
Using streams to locate players or gain info is strictly prohibited and punishable.
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Article 42 – Discord
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-42 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 42 Discord
External Discord use for RP and voice-call streaming restrictions apply; violations are punishable.
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Article 43 – Suicide
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-43 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 43 Suicide
Suicide scenarios may require an account wipe and a mandatory new character biography.
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Article 44 – Vehicle lost in water (chase)
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-44 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 44 Vehicle lost in water (chase)
Vehicles dumped into water during a chase may be impounded and require a fee to retrieve.
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Article 45 – Bail
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-45 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 45 Bail
Bail pauses the scenario; conditions apply and violations may be punished and rolled back.
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Article 46 – Landing helicopters/aircraft
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-46 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 46 Landing helicopters/aircraft
Unrealistic landing spots or weak rooftops are prohibited; violations are punishable.
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Article 47 – Robberies
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-47 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 47 Robberies
Robberies require RP motive, minimum police presence and hostages; hit-and-run restrictions apply.
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Article 48 – Outstanding fines & invoices
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-48 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 48 Outstanding fines & invoices
Unpaid fines/invoices may be automatically collected after 3 days with an extra fee.
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Article 49 – Communication in water
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-49 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 49 Communication in water
Using communication while in water is prohibited; violations are punishable.
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Article 50 – Donation vehicles
APV 2026 (General Local Ordinance)
· Code: APV-50 · Chapter: Overige bepalingen
– Article 50 Donation vehicles
Donation vehicles may be traded, but spamming is prohibited; severe sanctions may apply.
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