ITSF Searchable Rules Database (BETA)
Rules Version: January 15, 2007
  
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16. Jarring
  Jarring, sliding, or lifting of the table while the ball is in play is illegal. Whether or not the table jarring is done intentionally is of no consequence. It is not necessary for a player to lose the ball for jarring to be called on his opponent. Jars are accumulated for the entire match.
16.1 Jarring
  The penalty for violation of this rule: First and second offense - the opposing team has the option of continuing play from the current position, continuing play from the point of infraction, or serving the ball. If an illegal jar causes the player to lose possession of the ball from a rod, play may be continued from that rod. Subsequent violations - Technical foul.
16.2 Jarring
  Touching or coming into contact with your opponent's rods in any way shall be penalized exactly like jarring, sliding, or lifting.
16.3 Jarring
  Jarring of the table after a point has been scored or when the ball is not in play may be judged unsportsmanlike behavior. Slamming the rod after a shot while the ball is still in play may be considered a jar.