CONDUCT POLICY

In order for College Station Comic Con to run as smoothly and safely as possible, we encourage all attendees to read and understand what is expected. In addition to these general conduct policies, we also have separate rules and guidelines for cosplay, press, exhibitors, and others. Violations of these rules may result in loss of privileges, ejection without refund, legal action, or involvement of law enforcement authorities.

Badge Policy

  • A valid badge must be purchased and worn openly and visibly at all times
  • Any person without a valid badge displayed will be asked to leave immediately
  • No valid badge means no access to events, panels, or vendor spaces
  • Lost or forgotten badges must be repurchased at full price — College Station Comic Con does not replace lost badges
  • Duplicating, altering, or forging a badge is a felony under Texas state law and will result in immediate ejection and potential law enforcement involvement

Minor & Family Policy

  • All children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 or older at all times
  • College Station Comic Con is a family-friendly event — please conduct yourself accordingly in the presence of minors

General Conduct

  • If it is illegal outside of the convention, it is illegal here — this includes drug use, underage alcohol consumption, harassment, and carrying unauthorized firearms
  • Excessive alcohol consumption is prohibited — anyone appearing visibly intoxicated may be removed from the event
  • Disorderly or disruptive behavior including hollering, fighting, horseplay, or sustained disruption of foot traffic will not be tolerated
  • Public displays of affection must remain appropriate for a public, family-friendly setting
  • No panhandling, soliciting, busking, or performing in exchange for money or goods is permitted
  • Do not touch, hug, or make physical contact with any person without their expressed consent
  • Treat all guests, celebrities, voice actors, vendors, volunteers, staff, and fellow attendees with respect at all times — disrespecting any guest or staff member may result in expulsion without refund
  • Locals and visitors naturally curious about the event should be treated with courtesy and respect

Safety & Security

  • If you have a safety or security concern, contact convention staff immediately
  • In any emergency, dial 911
  • If a staff member or security officer makes a request of you, comply immediately — failure to do so may result in badge revocation and removal from the premises
  • College Station Comic Con reserves the right to refuse entry or service to any individual or group at any time

Dress Code

  • Shoes must be worn at all times — barefoot cosplays must have footwear and may only temporarily remove shoes for photo ops
  • No nudity or partial nudity is permitted — a minimum of 50% chest coverage is required regardless of gender, in addition to standard public dress code requirements
  • Costumes deemed too revealing at the sole discretion of event management will result in the attendee being asked to modify their costume or leave
  • Opaque bodysuits that simulate nudity are not permitted
  • Naked is not a costume

Cosplay & Props

  • No functional, sharp-edged, or real weapons of any kind are permitted
  • All costume props must conform to Texas state and federal law
  • Prop weapons must be made of lightweight materials such as foam, cardboard, or light composite
  • Replica projectile props must be rendered inoperable
  • Costume props are subject to inspection by event staff — if you are unwilling to have your props inspected, please do not bring them
  • Costumes featuring stilts require prior approval from event management
  • Realistic cosplay of first responders or law enforcement is not permitted
  • Oversized costumes may be asked to leave certain areas at the discretion of staff due to crowd and safety concerns
  • Costumes or props that incorporate pyrotechnics, smoke, liquids, gases, or helium balloons are strictly prohibited

Vendor & Merchant Policy

  • Only authorized merchants registered with College Station Comic Con with a valid Texas State Sales Tax ID are permitted to sell at this event
  • Any unauthorized third-party vendor found selling on the premises will be ejected without refund
  • No solicitation of any kind outside of approved vendor spaces is permitted

Photography & Recording

  • Photography and video recording of any kind are strictly prohibited during any screenings
  • When taking photos on the convention floor, be aware of your surroundings and leave clear pathways for foot traffic and vendor access
  • Always ask before photographing or recording other attendees, guests, cosplayers, or staff
  • Harassment through photography or recording will not be tolerated

Convention Property

  • Do not move, tamper with, or damage any convention center property including lobby furniture, signage, tables, or stage equipment — request assistance from staff if needed
  • Do not post hand-out signs, banners, posters, or flyers on walls, doors, windows, or floors anywhere in the convention space
  • Vandalism or destruction of property will result in immediate ejection and may result in law enforcement involvement

Sleeping & Loitering

  • No sleeping is permitted anywhere in the convention space including lobbies, hallways, vendor areas, or gaming areas

Transportation Devices

  • Roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, bicycles, electric scooters, segways, and wheel shoes are prohibited inside the convention space — this is at the discretion of event staff and security

Panels & Autograph Sessions

  • Please follow the directions of all volunteers during autograph sessions, panels, and events
  • During Q&A, keep questions brief and on topic — one question per person
  • Do not rush the stage or mob guests following a panel

Smoking & Vaping

  • Smoking, vaping, and use of e-cigarettes are strictly prohibited inside all convention spaces

Media & Photography Consent

  • By attending College Station Comic Con, you acknowledge that convention staff may capture video and photographs throughout the event for use in marketing, highlights, and other media
  • Your attendance constitutes consent to be filmed or photographed by staff, approved media, or industry representatives without compensation
  • College Station Comic Con reserves the right to reproduce, display, distribute, and use any such footage or images in any medium worldwide in perpetuity

Anti-Harassment & Zero Tolerance Policy

  • College Station Comic Con has a strict Zero Tolerance policy for harassment of any kind
  • Harassment includes but is not limited to: intimidation, stalking, unwelcome physical contact, discriminatory or derogatory language, offensive verbal comments related to gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, or disability, and harassing photography or recording
  • If you are being harassed or witness harassment, contact a College Station Comic Con staff member immediately
  • Anyone found to have committed harassment will be removed from the event without refund — law enforcement may be contacted if warranted

College Station Comic Con reserves the right to modify these policies at any time. Violations of any policy may result in loss of privileges, ejection without refund, legal action, or law enforcement involvement.