Section 3: No person shall be eligible for membership if:

A: He/She refuses to follow established rules and protocols of this organization or its bylaws.

B: He/She refuses to obligate themselves to some type of acceptable participation in scheduled investigations, meetings, training sessions and/or public special events.

C: There is reason to believe that he/she may not adhere to or abide by the established rules and protocols of this organization or its bylaws.

D: There is reason to believe that he/she has falsified any membership information.

E: He/She advocates race, religious or class hatred or discrimination.

F: He/She refuses to dress appropriately for the event in which they are involved.

G: He/She has ever been convicted of a felony crime by any governmental unit.

H: He/She refuses to sign a Disclosure, Waiver of Liability and Confidentiality agreement.

Section 4: Membership can be sanctioned or revoked if:

A: He/She does not attend 50% of all announced organization meetings, training sessions or other mandatory special events.

B: He/She attempts or accomplishes to undermine the credibility of the organization in any way.

C: He/She divulges any privileged or confidential information gathered during investigations, research, meetings, training sessions, client interviews, reveals and/or special public events with anyone who is not a member of this organization or its current allies. All information is to be considered privileged or confidential and should only be discussed within the organization.

D: He/She uses alcohol or illegal drugs prior to or during investigations, client interviews, reveals and/or special public events.

E: He/She fails to act in a safe and professional manner during all events.

F: He/She trespasses or violates the law of any governmental unit during any event.

G: He/She is simply dishonest or demonstrates other bad traits which may reflect negatively on this organization.

H: He/She falsifies any records, research, investigation logs or evidence.

I: He/She violates any established rule or protocol of this organization or its bylaws.

Section 5: Member code of conduct and regulations:

A: It is the responsibility of all organization members to conduct themselves in a safe and professional manner at all times. All members are reminded that they are a representative of this organization and that their conduct reflects on this organization.

B: All members while participating in investigations, client interviews, reveals or and/or special public events must be dressed in appropriate attire for both the physical and social environment of the location. This includes but is not limited to: comfortable, but safe footwear; dark, non-reflective clothing that is in good condition; no loose hanging items such as wallet chains, key fobs, etc.; long hair tied back to prevent interference, and an official uniform shirt as part of the standard uniform unless otherwise waived by the Founder and/or Director.

C: A team member assigned by the Founder and/or Director at any event is in command and makes all final decisions concerning the event. Failure to follow directions, any established rule or protocol of this organization or its bylaws is grounds for immediate removal from the event and/or termination of membership.

D: All events must be conducted in a courteous and professional manner.

E: Use of illegal drugs is strictly forbidden before or during any event. If you are taking prescription drugs please notify the most senior member before the event begins to avoid future complications.

F: All members will refrain from using obscene, foul or abusive language near clients or the public.

G: All members are required to respect the privacy of all clients, allied groups and locations that we are working with.

H: All inquiries from the media, law enforcement, concerned citizens and others at the event scene will be directed to the assigned member conducting the event.

I: All members are required to respect the event site. This includes but is not limited to: no trespassing, no burglary, no littering, no vandalism, no theft, no pranks or practical jokes and any other activity which is deemed inappropriate by the Founder and/or Director or Assigned Team Leader.

J: All members must have a valid state issued ID in their possession during all events.

K: No member is to investigate alone due to safety and credibility concerns.

L: All members are required to collect evidence and take notes and submit said evidence and notes to the Founder and/or Director.

M: All events except meetings are for members only. Please do not bring guests without first consulting the Founder and/or Director.

N: All members are required to arrive at scheduled events in a timely manner. If a member must be absent from a scheduled event the Founder and/or Director must be notified prior to the scheduled event. In case of emergency, please notify the Founder and/or Director as soon as safely possible.

O: There will be absolutely no tolerance of firearms or weapons of any kind on any PSONA activity and or investigation. Only certified Peace Officers will be permitted exception.

P: The Founder, Director and Leadership of this organization retain the right to have the “final say”. Your opinion will be respected and considered in all decisions.

Section 6: Other membership points:

A: The Founder of this organization has the exclusive right to deny membership to anyone who does not meet the high standards of the PSONA Paranormal Research Team.

B: All issued photo ID cards are the sole property of this organization and must be surrendered to the Founder upon request if membership is terminated by either party.

C: All new members are placed on a 90 day probationary period upon being accepted into this organization. This period may be lengthened or shortened at the discretion of the Founder.

D: This organization is not obligated in any way to retain any member that does not meet the high standards of this organization. Continuing membership is based on the discretion of the Founder and may be terminated at any time by a majority vote of the Founder, Director and Leadership.

E: This organization is not obligated in any way to accept members or continue membership to those who belong to another group of paranormal investigators. This could result in a conflict of interest. The Founder may grant exception to the rule in certain circumstances.