FIA releases comprehensive Formula 1 penalty system guidelines

FIA has published comprehensive Formula 1 penalty system guidelines — a document that outlines various levels of penalties and points for each violation in this elite racing series.

The guidelines released ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix serve as a reference for stewards in determining appropriate penalties. The document covers various categories of violations:

• Driving infractions
• Track limits violations
• Safety car procedures
• Technical violations
• Pit lane infractions
• Flag violations

Each offense has specific consequences that differ depending on when it occurs — whether during free practice sessions, qualifying, or races. A penalty points system is also included to monitor the accumulation of driver infractions.

While serving as guidelines, this document provides transparency about how penalty decisions are made by Formula 1 stewards.