FIFA Agent Disciplinary Code Practice Exam

What can lead to closure of proceedings in FIFA?

1. Severe weather conditions

2. Disagreement among parties

3. Violation not proven

4. Success of appeal

The correct answer is: Violation not proven

The closure of proceedings in FIFA can occur when a violation is not proven. This means that during the investigation or hearing process, there is insufficient evidence to support the claims made against a party. When the evidence does not substantiate the allegations, FIFA's disciplinary bodies will typically conclude that there is no basis for proceeding with sanctions or further actions. This ensures that individuals and entities are not unjustly penalized without clear proof of wrongdoing, reflecting the principle of due process. Other factors like severe weather conditions or disagreements among parties may affect the proceedings but do not specifically lead to a formal closure. Similarly, while a successful appeal can change the outcome of a decision, it does not directly result in the closure of initial proceedings; instead, it suggests that a prior decision was deemed incorrect. Hence, only the lack of proven violations directly leads to the termination of disciplinary actions.