Zero tolerance

:This article is about the rule enforcement policy. For the videogame, see Zero Tolerance (game).

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Zero Tolerance is a term used to describe a non-discretionary rules enforcement policy. Under a system of zero tolerance, persons in positions of authority, who might otherwise exercise their discretion in making subjective judgments regarding the severity of a given offense, are instead compelled to impose a pre-determined punishment.

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Zero tolerance policies are common in US schools in regard to students bringing weapons, drugs or other contraband items to school. Zero tolerance policies are also common in US workplace environments in regard to sexual harassment policies.

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