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• License plate not facing aisle, not visible or otherwise obstructed from scan by the license plate recognition system.
• A vehicle registered with the University as having disabled parking without a valid disabled placard or state disabled license plate visible. 

• Time expired/unpaid in Parkmobile parking area.

• Parking over the stall line.
• Improper use of permit, including but not limited to overnight parking with a student General or Evening permit, parking during the day with an Evening permit, etc.
• Parking in the wrong section of a parking area.
• Parking in the visitor spaces with a valid ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì parking permit.
• Parking in a small-car only space with a vehicle larger than 175 inches long by 68 inches wide by 57 inches high, or if the vehicle is classified as a jeep, wagon, truck, or SUV.
• Exceeding the 30-minute time limit when loading or unloading your vehicle in a marked loading zone. Hazard lights must be on. Note: If your vehicle remains in the loading zone space for one hour, it will be subject to immediate boot and/or tow.
• Parked incorrectly/outside of Parkmobile parking area.
• Parking in a permit holder area when your permit has expired.
• Parking in reserved visitor parking spaces but are a faculty, staff or student. 
• Double permit violation is including but not limited to:
  • Parking more than one vehicle on ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì’s campuses per parking permit at one time.
  • Using your ID’s parking access for more than one vehicle on ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì’s campuses at one time.
  • Using your permit and ID access for vehicles other than those you have registered with the University.
• Parking in a permit holder area without having your license plate registered to an active permit.

• Parking in an invalid space (a valid space is one with two white parallel parking stall lines, by a corresponding meter post, or in front of unpainted wheel stop on gravel). Invalid spaces include but are not limited to extending the aisle by one space, parking in a hashed no parking area, etc.
• Parking on an incorrect lot. This is for vehicles registered with a valid parking permit for a different parking location. All valid parking permits, except for Evening General, may park in the Laclede Garage at the following times (though many are restricted to only the following times):
  
  • Monday-Friday, 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Saturday-Sunday, 7 a.m. to 2 a.m.
• Parking in reserved, client and commercial parking spaces. These spaces are marked by signage and are enforced 24 hours, seven days a week. Many require plate registration and/or signage in order to be used.

• Parking on a reserved or premium lot with assigned spaces. This is for vehicles registered with a permit for a different parking location.
• Parking in areas restricted by traffic cones, barricades or other traffic control devices.
• Parking in building or service entrances, crosswalks and construction sites.
• Driving on lawns or sidewalks.

• Possession of a lost or stolen permit. (Parking privileges may be revoked.)
• Possession of a forged or altered permit. (Parking privileges may be revoked.)
• Parking on University property after parking privileges have been revoked.
• Parking in a disabled space without proper University or state permit. This includes the hash-marked area next to the parking space.
• Parking in a fire lane, areas with drive lanes next to a building, or within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. These areas are marked with signage or solid yellow curbs.
• Parking or driving on a pedestrian mall, grass or sidewalk.
• Derelict or abandoned vehicles.
• Blocking or hindering traffic in an aisleway or non-parking area. The vehicle must be blocking, not just extending the aisle. These vehicles must be impeding the flow of traffic or blocking cars so that they cannot exit their spaces.

Any violation of these terms may result in loss of tailgating privileges, criminal prosecution and/or disciplinary action through the Office of Student Responsibility and Community Standards if the violator is a ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì student.

Tailgating is allowed prior to a scheduled event. Individuals wishing to tailgate prior to a scheduled event are subject to the following guidelines:

1. Individuals are responsible for compliance with all federal, state, local and University laws, regulations and policies.
2. Tailgating cannot start before two hours prior to the beginning of any event and must be cleaned and vacated within 90 minutes following the conclusion of the event.
3. Driving or parking private vehicles on any and all green spaces and sidewalks is prohibited.
4. Tents or canopies (which may not exceed 10' x 10') must be secured and may not obstruct fire/safety lanes, sidewalks, drive lanes or pedestrian walkways. These structures must be an extension of your vehicle. Tailgating amenities including furniture, grills, generators or satellite dishes may not obstruct fire/safety lanes, sidewalks, drive lanes or pedestrian walkways.
5. Open flames and/or charcoal grills are not permitted in any tailgate or parking area. Propane grills with cylinders 20 lbs. or under are allowed.
6. Alcoholic beverages are limited to single-serving, non-glass containers. No common sources (e.g. kegs, beer balls or other large-quantity containers) are allowed.
7. The University encourages tailgaters to drink alcohol responsibly by serving food and nonalcoholic beverages, and by having designated drivers to accommodate guests and hosts alike.
8. Serving alcohol to or consumption of alcohol by minors (those under 21 years of age) is a violation of state and federal laws and ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì policy. 
9. Individuals consuming alcohol may be asked to provide legal identification and proof of age to a campus safety office or local law enforcement officer.
10. If a person becomes noticeably intoxicated while tailgating, is displaying obscene or harassing behavior or participates in violence or vandalism, a University official may require him/her to leave the tailgating area and/or campus.
11. No alcoholic beverages may be taken into any athletic facility or into an event space.
12. Drinking games (including, but not limited to beer pong, flip cup and other table games) and the use of devices intended to accelerate the consumption of alcohol (included, but not limited to funnels or beer bongs) are prohibited.
13. The unlawful possession, distribution or use of any drug or controlled substance is prohibited on campus, and such laws shall be enforced in tailgating areas.
14. Consistent with the University’s Tobacco-Free Policy, ÐÔÅ«µ÷½Ì is 100% tobacco-free and tobacco is defined to include, but not be limited to, any lit cigarette, cigar, pipe, bidis, clove cigarette, e-cigarettes, any other smoking product; smokeless or spit tobacco, also known as dip, chew, snuff, or snus in any form; and any other tobacco product or device not approved by the FDA for the strict purpose of tobacco cessation. Tobacco use is not permitted in tailgating locations. 
15. Pets must be on leashes and under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Pets shall not run at large in tailgating sites or on campus. Furthermore, animals shall not be left unattended on the campus, tied/secured to campus property or left in a motor vehicle. Pet owners shall clean up after their pets, and dispose of any animal waste in tied bags in the trash receptacles located in tailgating locations or carry it out with them.
16. The sale of food and/or beverage, or any other product, is prohibited. Commercial activity or solicitations are not allowed on campus.
17. All event participants are expected to be respectful to University property and all of the event participants around them.
18. Music must be kept at a reasonable volume. Speakers that can stand alone, are excessively loud, or are connected to an amplifier are prohibited. Live bands or DJs are also not permitted.
19. Firearms and other weapons are prohibited, in accordance with the University’s Weapons Policy.
20. All tailgating participants are expected to remove all trash and recycle appropriate containers when the game is over. The area should be returned to the same condition it was prior to the tailgating event. The disposal of grease or hazardous materials onto the ground or into storm drains is strictly prohibited.

Individuals who violate these terms and/or other applicable regulations and rules may be ticketed or arrested for violation of law, may be removed from the University for that particular sporting event or event, suspended from the University for a sport season or other determined amount of time, lose season tickets, and/or lose tailgating privileges. Students may also be subject to discipline under the student code of conduct. Employees may also be subject to discipline under employee disciplinary processes.

Any person damaging University property shall be responsible for the cost of repairs.

When planning for your tailgate, please note the following items are not permitted:

• Amplified sound – Speakers that stand alone, are excessively loud or are connected to an amplifier.
• Box trucks, motorcycles, over-sized vans
• Charcoal grills
• Deep fryers
• Drones
• Kegs
• Open flames (i.e. fire pits)
• Propane cylinders larger than 20 lbs.
• Stakes

Tailgating may be permitted on the uncovered fourth floor of the Olive/Compton garage, or in such areas as the University may determine, in its sole discretion, to be appropriate for tailgating at a specific event, date and time.

Enforcement of these terms within the jurisdiction of the University Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the athletic director, the alcohol use administrator, the Office of Human Resources Management, and the Office of Student Responsibility and Community Standards. The University reserves the right to restrict any activity that is viewed, in its discretion, as excessive, disruptive, or unsafe, and to inspect any item, activity, or vehicle.

The University is not responsible or liable for damage, loss or theft of materials, items or personal property brought into the tailgating locations.

Call 911 or the Department of Public Safety at 314-977-3000.