the new layout of the forums uses a different warning system. It is on a scale from 0-100%, and increments go in 10s. At 100% the user is automatically banned.
However, the system for allocating warnings and instituting bans is not the same as the one used before. In fact, I'll be totally honest, the system is largely up to the mods/admins discretion at this time. At first this may seem chaotic, but I think it's for the best.
For example, new users often just get verbal warnings for first violations, even if they are multiple offenses or incredibly annoying things. But I hold older members at a higher standard, usually marking them up 10% for each offense. In rare occassions a single violation of the rules may be so gross as to warrant a larger warning (or a ban), but that's the way I do it.
I also set the expiration date for the warning level to return to normal at about one month's time, although sometimes I'll roll them back early more often than not.
that's just the way i do it. don't take my words here to make big inferences about the Warning system, because I really only speak for myself.
edit to below: Because you attacked a brand new member, for no real reason, and in the Introduction thread of all places. It was obviously unbridled flaming, and a violation of the rules. Besides, we can't let the most 'reputable' member of Gotwoot set a bad example for everyone else.
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