Where a member of the Club (Manager, Player or Parent/Guardian) is reported by a Match Official to the Essex County Football Association the following procedure will apply.

The Manager of the team involved will inform the Club Secretary what has happened so that He/She is aware correspondence will be coming from the Essex County Football Association.

The Club Secretary or an officer of the Club will deal all correspondence and communications regarding discipline matters. Under no circumstances will a member of the Club contact the Football Association, the League or Match Official concerning a matter subject of a complaint.

On receipt of the paperwork the Club Secretary or Club Official will ensure that it is completed and submitted in accordance with the laid down procedure. Any paperwork given out by the Club Secretary or Club Officer for completion must be returned to him/her as soon as possible.

Each member of the Club shall be personally liable for any fines levied against them as a result of disciplinary action by Essex County Football Association, The League or any other body where members are bound by their rules.