Coin Check - OFFICIAL RULES
A 'Coin Check' Consists of a
Challenge and a Response.

RULES:

1. The Challenge

The Challenge is initiated by drawing your coin, holding it in the air by whatever means possible and state, scream, shout or otherwise verbally acknowledge that you are initiating a “Coin Check." Another, but less vocal method is too firmly place it on the bar, table, or floor (this should produce an audible noise which can be easily heard by those being challenged, but try not to leave a permanent imprint). If you accidentally drop your coin and it makes an audible sound upon impact, then you have just "accidentally" initiated a Coin Check… which must be responded to properly – see below.

2. The Response

The Response consists of all those persons being challenged drawing their coin in a similar manner as the challenger and displaying it so that everyone can see you’ve successfully met the challenge. Other tribal coins or commemorative coins are invalid - you must produce the coin provided by your company/organization.
  • If you are challenged and are unable to properly respond (show your coin) you must buy a round of drinks for the challenger and the group being challenged.
  • If everyone being challenged responds in the correct manner, the challenger must buy a round of drinks for all those people they challenged
  • Failure to buy a round is a despicable crime and will require the guilty party to suffer a penalty – as determined by your company/organization..

3. When & Where

Coin checks are permitted, ANY TIME, ANY PLACE.

4. No Exceptions

There are no exceptions to the rules.
  • They apply to those clothed or unclothed.
  • At the time of the challenge you are permitted “one step” to locate your coin.
  • If you still cannot reach it -- SORRY ABOUT THAT!

5. A Coin is a Coin

  • Coins attached on belt buckles are considered "belt buckles”
  • Coins on key chains are considered "key chains"
  • Coins placed in a "holder/clasp" and worn around the neck like a necklace are valid and are considered a coin.

6. Advice

Never, ever be caught without your coin!