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Introduction: Disciplinary

UEFA has three judicial bodies - the Control and Disciplinary Body, the Appeals Body and UEFA Disciplinary Inspectors. These authorities are independent within the organisation, and its members are bound by UEFA's rules and regulations.

The Control and Disciplinary Body deals with disciplinary cases, both on and off the field, which arise from the UEFA Statutes, regulations and decisions of UEFA that do not fall within another committee or body's competence. The Control and Disciplinary Body decides on the halting of proceedings; acquittals; convictions; and the dismissal or acceptance of protests. It also decides on eligibility to play and the admission of clubs to UEFA competitions.

The Appeals Body deals with appeals against disciplinary decisions taken by the Control and Disciplinary Body. It either confirms, amends or lifts the contested decision.

The role of the Disciplinary Inspector can be compared with the one of a state prosecutor. Disciplinary Inspectors investigate violations of the UEFA statutes, regulations and decisions and represent UEFA in disciplinary proceedings. They may lodge appeals and cross-appeals. Disciplinary Inspectors are appointed by the UEFA Executive Committee. Disciplinary matters are administered by UEFA's Governance and Legal Affairs Division under Gianni Infantino, UEFA General Secretary. 

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