Q: My name is on the SafeSport Disciplinary Database. What does this mean and can I get it removed?
A: The Centralized Disciplinary Database (CDD) is SafeSport’s public registry of individuals either under temporary restriction during an investigation or sanctioned after an investigation found a Code violation. Being listed has significant personal and professional consequences.
What Appears on the Database
The CDD lists your name, the type of restriction or sanction, and the sport and organization involved. SafeSport does not generally reveal the specific nature of the alleged misconduct, the evidence, or the factors that influenced the decision.
The Impact
The CDD is publicly searchable. Parents, employers, sports organizations, and anyone can look up your name. Being listed — even during a temporary suspension for an unresolved investigation — can destroy coaching careers, professional opportunities, and personal relationships.
Removal from the Database
If an investigation results in no violation, your name should be removed. If a sanction expires, your name is typically removed after the sanction period ends, often leaving no public record. If you were sanctioned and believe the finding was wrong, arbitration is your primary avenue for removal.
Prevention Is the Best Strategy
The best approach is to mount an aggressive defense during the investigation to prevent a finding of violation. A SafeSport defense attorney can help you present the strongest possible case before a decision is made and your name is published.
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