The rules that are in effect in a given casino. These may include the rules of conduct (on either side of the table) as well as the particular variation on the rules of play.

Many pool halls/bars have their own twists on the standard rules to the game. Find out what they might be before you start to play. The convention is that when you play in someone else's pool room, you are playing by their rules.

Set of rules established by the casino for the players and dealers to follow. Breaking these rules can get you barred from a casino.

Rules that are not strictly part of the game but are agreed to be in effect by all players ahead of time.

Local rules that may be variants of official rules. The worst offender is 8-Ball, it seems regardless where you go in the world, every other pool hall has a different set of rules.

rules established by the licensee to govern the conduct of bingo and bingo players within a hall. The house rules are in addition to and must not contravene the terms and conditions or the Registrar's policies. Back

Rules developed by a co-op's members for the operation of a cooperative. House rules covers such issues as parking, garbage, maintenance, noise and resolving conflicts.

Securities industry term for an individual brokerage firm's internal rules, policies and procedures regarding the opening and management of clients' accounts and the clients' activities in such accounts. See: House Call; House Maintenance Requirement

Rules of conduct adopted by a board of directors of a condominium and designed to promote harmonious living among the owners and occupants.

The rules by which the house or gambling establishment administers its games.

Rules adopted by the House of Representatives that govern procedures in that body, the duties of officers and the rights and duties of members. (See "JOINT RULES.")

Internal rules of broker-dealer firm that govern the handling of its customers' accounts.

The rules decided upon by the hosts of a party or tournament. [ More Info] See Also: Beirut Related Terms: Che (Guevara), Cliff Clavin

Rules, especially betting, agreed upon by the players.

Rules regarding day-to-day use of the premises.

These are the established playing rules defined by the hosting individual(s) or game director. Acceptable variations, if any, and penalties for indiscretions are spelled out.