Mole 2 Rules

Here are the rules as Posted on www.abc.com

"THE MOLE" - SEASON 2
OFFICIAL RULES

GAME DESCRIPTION:

"The Mole" is a reality/game show ("Program") produced by Gonzo Productions, Inc. ("Producer") for Stone Stanley Entertainment in association with TTTi for initial broadcast on the American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. ("ABC") Television Network in 2001-2002. In the Program, fourteen (14) strangers will live together in the United States and/or in a foreign country for approximately six (6) consecutive weeks and engage in a series of tasks and quizzes to earn money for the group. Each Task is assigned a cash value ranging from several thousand dollars to several hundred thousand dollars, which is awarded to the group and put into a "pot" if the task is successfully completed. If all the tasks are successfully completed, then the pot will contain $1,000,000. However, one member of the group will be posing as a Contestant, but in fact will be a "Mole" inserted in the group by the production company with the aim of preventing the group's success. At the end of each round of tasks, the Contestants will take a quiz answering questions about the Mole and the Contestant with the least number of correct answers in the slowest time is eliminated. The tasks and quizzes continue and Contestants are eliminated until one (1) Contestant is left to take home all of the money the group has earned and the Mole is finally revealed. All decisions regarding the Program, including but not limited to, rules, eligibility, Contestant selection, Program production, game play, Tasks, Quizzes, Contestant elimination and award of prizes, are at Producer's sole and exclusive discretion, are final and not subject to appeal.
ELIGIBILITY:

The applicants must sign statements acknowledging that they have read and will comply with all of the following eligibility requirements for "The Mole" Season 2 ("The Mole II"):
1. Employees, officers, directors and agents of American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., The Walt Disney Company, TTTI, Stone Stanley Entertainment, and Gonzo Productions, Inc. and/or of any of their respective licensees, assigns, parents, affiliated and subsidiary companies and the immediate family (spouse, mother, father, sister, brother, daughter or son, regardless of where they live) or members of the same households (whether related or not) of such employees, officers, directors and agents are not eligible to be Contestants on "The Mole II" or participate in this application process. In addition, any person closely acquainted with any person connected with the production or administration of the Program is not eligible, if in the Producer's sole discretion, the person's participation could create the appearance of impropriety.
2. Applicants may not presently be a legally qualified candidate for any type of political office ("Candidate") and may not become a Candidate from the time the application is submitted until one (1) year after production of the Program is completed.
3. All applicants must have a United States passport valid through the end of the year 2001.
4. All applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
5. Applicants must never have been charged with a felony or misdemeanor, other than minor traffic violations. Applicants must never have had a restraining order entered against them.
6. All applicants must be United States citizens and be living in the United States.
7. All applicants must be in good physical and mental health, and must be aware and sign releases attesting to the fact that the activities and games in the Program may involve risks and hazards, and that participating in the Program may expose applicant and other participants to the risk of death, serious injury, and property damage caused by the nature of the Program itself, the instruction by Producer, acts, omissions, recommendations or advice given by the Producer, ABC, or their agents, employees, or other persons or entities concerning the Program; latent or apparent defects or conditions in any equipment used in the Program; the use or operation by applicant or others of said equipment; negligent or intentional acts of other people, including but not limited to other Contestants; weather or other natural conditions; the nature of travel including but not limited to latent defects, weather conditions, and human error; applicant's physical condition; applicant's own acts or omissions; first-aid, medical or emergency treatment or other services rendered to applicant or others; and/or consumption of food or drink. Applicants must understand and acknowledge that the above list of reasons is not complete or exhaustive. Applicants must accept and assume all risks of death, injury, illness or disease, or other damage to themselves, to others, or to their property arising in any way from their participation in this Program.
8. Any applicant who has appeared on any primetime network television reality/game show (i.e. Survivor, Big Brother, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, Greed, 21, Winning Lines, etc.; not Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, Hollywood Squares, Family Feud, etc.) that (i) has been broadcast during primetime within one (1) year prior to the Application Deadline date or (ii) is intended to be broadcast during primetime within one (1) year after the Application Deadline date is not eligible.
9. All applicants who are selected as semi-finalists must be available to travel to Los Angeles between approximately April 29, 2001 through about May 5, 2001 for further interviews.
10. All semi-finalists must complete and timely return the "Semi-Finalist Package," which will include a Medical History Form and Authorization, General Release and Indemnity Agreement (all forms will be furnished to the semi-finalists). In the Authorization, General Release and Indemnity Agreement, the semi-finalist agrees to assume the risk of any and all injury, illness, damage, loss, or harm to semi-finalist and semi-finalist's property, howsoever caused, resulting from or arising out of the selection of Contestants, Contestant's participation in the Program, and/or the production and/or exploitation of the Program.
11. All semi-finalists will be required to undergo physical and psychological examinations and testing (to be conducted in Los Angeles by trained personnel selected by the Producer) and meet all physical and psychological requirements, as set by Producer in its sole discretion.
12. All semi-finalists must authorize Producer to conduct a background check.
13. Upon Producer's request, all Contestants agree to sign any additional releases or authorizations that Producer in its sole discretion deems necessary.
14. Semi-finalists shall treat all information and material received or acquired during participation in the Contestant selection process and Program, including without limitation, the identity of the Mole, as strictly confidential and shall not disclose any such information to any third party.
15. All Contestants selected must be available to travel and participate in "The Mole II" from approximately May 24, 2001 through about July 1, 2001, and be available to travel to Los Angeles, CA for up to five (5) additional days in 2001.
16. All Contestants must agree to live, work, and cooperate with the other Contestants and the Producer during the taping of the Program. Contestants must be able to travel for long periods of time, must be adaptable to various living and working situations, and must enjoy working and living in close proximity with others of varied age, sex, race, background, and experience.
17. All Contestants must abide by all applicable U.S. and foreign laws during the taping of the Program. Violation of any applicable law is grounds for immediate disqualification from the Program.
HOW TO ENTER:
1. Only one (1) entry per person by one of the following two methods of applying listed below. Applicants must meet all Eligibility Requirements and must apply in one of two ways below:
  1. Mail In Application:
    1. Complete the Application Form (including the Contestant Questionnaire and signed Name and Likeness Release). The application is available for download at abc.com or by mailing a written request for an application (include your name and address) to: ATTN: Mole Application Request, 7095 Hollywood Blvd. #1100, Hollywood, CA 90028-8903. Applications MUST be written clearly or typed.
    2. Record a videotape of yourself, which meets the following restrictions:
      1. LENGTH: Between THREE and FIVE MINUTES. Anything over five minutes will not be considered.
      2. FORMAT: VHS ONLY.
      3. CONTENT: Who are you and why would you be a good Contestant on "The Mole II"?
      4. LABEL: The videotape must be labeled clearly with your name, address, age, e-mail address, and all of your phone numbers.
      5. The videotape becomes the sole property of Producer and will not be returned to you, whether or not you are selected as a Contestant, and may be used by Producer in any manner in any media.
    3. Include a small photo of yourself.
    4. Mail the Application Form (including Contestant Questionnaire, signed Name and Likeness Release), labeled videotape, and photo to the following address:
      
      THE MOLE II
      7095 Hollywood Blvd. #1100
      Hollywood, CA 90028-8903
    5. The application with all application materials must be received by April 14, 2001.
  OR
  1. In Person Application:
    1. Attend an open call interview at one of the following locations from 9 am to 5 pm which are currently scheduled for the dates listed below (Exact interview locations and times will be available on abc.com):
      Los Angeles, CA - April 1, 2001
      New York, NY - April 7, 2001
      Atlanta, GA - April 7, 2001
      Miami, FL - April 7, 2001
      Dallas, TX - April 7, 2001
      Chicago, IL - April 7, 2001
      *Interview cities, locations, dates and times are subject to change at any time. Please consult the abc.com website for latest updates and information.
    2. Bring to the open call interview the Application Form which you may obtain by: (i) downloading the application from abc.com, (ii) mailing a written request for an application (include your name and address) to: ATTN: Mole Application Request, 7095 Hollywood Blvd. #1100, Hollywood, CA 90028-8903, and an Application Form will be mailed to you, or (iii) picking up an Application Form at the open call interviews. Applications MUST be written clearly or typed.
    3. Interviews will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Select applicants will be asked to return on the following day for call back interviews. Applicants will not be compensated for time off from work to attend interviews. Producer cannot guarantee an interview to everyone who shows up at the In Person Application locations. Interviews may consist of meeting one or more production staff, and may be videotaped at Producer's discretion. A photo will be taken of each applicant interviewed. Those who attend, but do not get an interview because of an excessive number of attendees, are not considered entered, and may still apply by completing the Mail In Application above.
2. Producer reserves the right to make additions to and/or deletions from application process above, including, but not limited to, changing the In Person Application locations, dates and/or times. Producer also reserves the right to contact applicants to ask additional questions and/or conduct phone interviews to gather additional information about applicants. Such phone interviews are at the Producer's sole discretion to assist in gathering information for Contestant selection (see CONTESTANT SELECTION below).
3. Producer is not responsible for lost, stolen, or incorrectly mailed applications. Due to the high volume of applications Producer is anticipating, Producer will not be able to answer any questions about the receipt or status of any application or videotape. All applications become the sole property of Producer.
CONTESTANT SELECTION:
1. Based on all Mail In and In Person Applications, up to sixty (60) semi-finalists will be selected ("Semi-Finalist"). The Semi-Finalists will be flown to Los Angeles, CA for final interviews from approximately April 29, 2001 through about May 5, 2001 (or if in or near the Los Angeles, CA area, will travel via ground transportation). Producer will provide round-trip economy airfare (or preapproved ground transportation expenses) and accommodations for each Semi-Finalist (see TRAVEL section below).
2. Each Semi-Finalist will receive a Semi-Finalist Package which will include the following: Medical History Form, Name and Likeness Agreement, Release Forms and Waivers for Semi-Finalist and their family members, Medical Release Form, and Confidentiality Agreement (collectively, "Materials"). All Semi-Finalists must complete, sign and return all Materials and a photocopy or proof of a valid U.S. passport to Producer to be considered for selection as a Contestant. Producer reserves the right to augment and/or change the Semi-Finalist Package prior to issue.
3. Producer will decide, at its sole discretion, using the guidelines set forth herein, which applicants will be called back to attend Semi-Finalist interviews from approximately April 29, 2001 through about May 5, 2001. Producer will notify applicants by telephone when and if they are selected to be a Semi-Finalist. Producer or Producer's agents will interview all Semi-Finalists in person. All Semi-Finalists must also undergo physical and mental examinations in Los Angeles, CA, conducted by medical personnel selected by the Producer. If a Semi-Finalist does not meet all physical and mental requirements, does not sign or have executed all Releases and documents in the Semi-Finalist Package, and/or does not meet all Eligibility Requirements, then that Semi-Finalist will not be eligible to be a Contestant. Thirteen (13) Contestants will be chosen at the sole discretion of Producer to participate in "The Mole II" (referred to herein as "Contestant(s)"). Producer will also choose two (2) "alternate" Contestants, one male and one female.
4. Selection of Semi-Finalists and Contestants shall be made by Producer based on such criteria as Producer shall determine, which may be subjective. Producer is selecting Semi-Finalists and Contestants which it determines in its sole discretion to be, among other things, outgoing, adventurous, physically and mentally fit, and to have interesting and diverse life styles and personalities. Producer is not obligated to select anyone, even if someone meets all eligibility requirements and all criteria for selection. Producer's decision regarding the selection of Semi-Finalists and Contestants is final and not subject to challenge or appeal. Producer is not obligated to have any Contestant appear on the Program and Producer shall have the right at all times and in its sole discretion to remove or replace any Contestant in connection with the Program for any reason or no reason. Even if a Contestant participates on the Program or any part thereof, Producer is not obligated to broadcast or otherwise use or exploit the Program or any part thereof.
5. By entering, each applicant agrees to release, discharge and hold harmless the Producer from all claims and damages arising out of his/her participation in the contest, and to authorize the use of his/her name, voice and likeness used at Producer's discretion as part of the Program, or as part of promotions for the Program, in any and all media now known or hereafter devised. Semi-Finalists will sign releases to this effect.
GAME PLAY:
1. Overview: In the Program, thirteen (13) Contestants and one "Mole" are presented with up to four (4) Tasks to complete in approximately a forty eight (48) hour time period (a "Round"). With each Task that is completed, the Players earn money, which is put in a single "pot". At the end of each Round, the Players take a Quiz of up to twenty five (25) questions about the Mole. The Contestant with the least number of correct answers is immediately eliminated from the Program. To maintain confidentiality, and for other production reasons, Contestants eliminated from game play may be required, at the sole discretion and expense of Producer, to remain at or near the production location until the production of the Program is completed. The Tasks and Quizzes continue for twelve (12) Rounds, until two (2) Players remain. One of the two (2) remaining Players is revealed as the Mole, and the other Player is declared the winner and awarded all the prize money in the "pot."
2. Tasks: The Players must work throughout the Program to accomplish various Tasks presented to them by the Host and/or Producer. The Players will be presented with up to four (4) Tasks to complete during each Round of play. Each Round will occur over approximately forty eight (48) hours (excluding travel days or rest days, as Producer deems necessary). The Host and/or Producer will explain the Task and the specific rules applicable to each Task to the Players. Each Task will have a reward, to be determined by the Producer. Most rewards will be cash, which if earned, will be put in the group's "pot." The Producer will predetermine the amount of prize money to be rewarded for each completed Task. At Producer's sole discretion, either all or only a few of the Players will participate in a certain Task. The Producer will determine in their sole discretion the exact method, manner and form of rules explanation, and assignment of Players to Tasks, including but not limited to assignment of roles, teams, and partners (e.g. The Producer may choose which Players will participate in a Task, and/or in what capacity; the Producer may ask the Players to vote and/or nominate who will participate in a Task, and in what capacity.)
3. Task Completion: The Producer will determine at their sole and exclusive discretion whether a Task was successfully completed and whether any Players violated any game or Task rules while attempting to complete the Task. The decision of the Producer regarding Task completion and rule violations will be final. No appeals will be accepted under any circumstances. The amount of prize money in the "pot" will grow as the Players continue to successfully complete Tasks. At Producer's sole discretion, Players may be "fined" amounts of money as determined by the Producers (i.e. a portion of accumulated winnings will be deducted from the "pot") when one or more Contestants (including the Mole) break any of the Official Rules or any rule pertaining to game play.
4. Quiz: After each Round, the Players must take a Quiz containing up to twenty five (25) questions about the identity of the "Mole." The Quiz will be administered via computer by the Host and the Producer. Each Player will answer questions about the "Mole", such as "What was the Mole wearing today?" or "Does the Mole wear glasses?" or "What did the Mole have for breakfast today?" In each Round each Player will take the same Quiz with the same questions. The Player with the least number of correct answers will be immediately eliminated from the group. In the event of a tie, the Player who took the longest amount of time to complete the Quiz is eliminated. The Player who is eliminated must not speak with other Players as they exit the Program. The Players will not be told the correct answers, or which questions they answered correctly or incorrectly.
5. The Mole: The Mole selection process is confidential and solely at the Producer's discretion. The Mole shall be employed by Producer and shall be placed in the game by Producer prior to commencement of game play. The Mole will take the Quizzes with all of the Contestants, but the Producer will not count the Mole's Quiz for the purposes of Contestant elimination. Therefore, the Mole cannot be eliminated from the game. The identity of the Mole is not revealed until one (1) Contestant is left. With the revealing of the Mole, the last Contestant is deemed the winner of all the prize money.
PRIZES:
1. First Prize Winner: The last Contestant who has correctly answered the most questions correctly about the Mole in the least amount of time is deemed the winner and takes home a cash award equal to the amount that has accrued in the "pot." The winner will be awarded their prize money in one (1) lump sum. Prize money will be awarded to the winner within thirty (30) days following the broadcast of the last episode, provided Player meets all requirements of Producer. The winner is responsible for all taxes on prize money.
2. Second through Twelfth Place Winners: All Contestants eliminated will receive cash prizes on a structured scale to be determined by the producers prior to the commencement of recording the Program, with increasing amounts awarded to Contestants the longer they stay in the game. Second through twelfth cash prizes will be awarded within thirty (30) days following the broadcast of the last episode, provided Contestant meets all requirements of Producer. Contestants are responsible for all taxes on any prizes they receive, if applicable.
TRAVEL:
1. Semi-Finalists: Up to sixty (60) Semi-Finalists will be flown to Los Angeles from their local airport for final interviews between approximately April 29 and May 5, 2001. The trip consists of: (i) roundtrip economy air transportation to and from the airport closest to Semi-Finalist's home, or ground transportation, if the person lives within a 250 mile radius of Los Angeles, CA, (ii) hotel accommodations for up to four (4) days (iii) ground transportation in Los Angeles, CA to and from airport/hotel and hotel/studio, and (iv) per diem of forty ($ 40) dollars per full day's stay in Los Angeles (not to include travel days). Actual length of stay, number of hotel nights and per diem, if any, are dependent on how long Producer wishes to keep the Semi-Finalist for interviews.
2. Finalists: Thirteen (13) Contestants and two (2) alternates will be selected from the Semi-Finalists. The Players and alternates will be flown from their local airport to an unknown destination somewhere in the world, and will be allowed to bring a limited number of items which Player must be able to carry him/herself (bags subject to search by Producer at any time for illegal or inappropriate items and ABC Television Network Standards and Practices purposes). Each Player is responsible for also bringing a valid passport and one (1) other form of photo identification with them. From approximately May 24, 2001 through about July 12, 2001, game play will include: (i) roundtrip economy airfare, train fare, bus fare, taxi fare, or other such transportation for each specific trip during the game, (ii) all hotel accommodations, and (iii) per diem or meals. Final transportation following game play will include economy airfare to return Player to the airport closest to his/her house. Actual number of hotel nights, mode of transportation, per diem, and meals provided, if any, are dependent upon the Producer's decisions regarding game play.
JUDGING:

Void where prohibited. This Program is being conducted under the supervision of Gonzo Productions, Inc. By applying, each Player accepts and agrees to be bound by these rules and by the decisions of Gonzo Productions, Inc. which are final and binding on all matters relating to all aspects of the game and Program, including, but not limited to whether Tasks were successfully completed and results of the Tasks and Quizzes. Rules and dates are subject to change. Producer reserves the right to change the number of Tasks, Rounds, Quizzes, and Quiz questions on the Program along with any other rules or regulations at any time. Producer reserves the right to disqualify any Contestant it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the contest, acting in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner and/or with intent to accuse, threaten or harass another person, colluding with other contestants to share prize winnings, or in violation of these Official Rules or other rules then in effect. Disqualification may result in, among other things, immediate forfeiture of any prize otherwise awarded. Further, if in Producer's sole discretion an exigent circumstance has occurred, Producer reserves the right to terminate or modify the contest, and/or choose an alternate Contestant to take the place of a Contestant that is unable to participate, for whatever reason provided such occurs before game play has begun.
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES:

Neither ABC, TTTI, Stone Stanley Entertainment, Gonzo Productions, Inc., "The Mole II" production personnel, participating television stations, advertisers and/or sponsors, nor any of their respective parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, directors, or employees ("Released Parties") shall be responsible for any technical, mechanical, or electronic malfunctions, any war, riot or any acts of God (i.e. inclement weather, earthquake, etc.) which affect the application process, Contestant selection, Program production, game play, or Program broadcasts. The website contained in these rules may be temporarily or permanently unavailable due to reasons beyond the Released Parties' control including, but not limited to, unavailability due to heavy use. Released Parties shall not be liable for any individual's inability to apply to be a part of the Program in the event of such unavailability. If a technical difficulty, mechanical failure, human error, act of God or other abnormality affecting the Program occurs during the taping of the Program, the Producer will review the situation on a case-by-case basis and take appropriate action in its sole discretion to preserve the integrity of the Program.
RULE REQUIREMENTS:

For a copy of this set of Official Rules, visit abc.com or send a written request by postcard or letter to: The Mole II OFFICIAL RULES 7095 Hollywood Blvd. #1100 Hollywood, CA 90028-8903
PROGRAM PRODUCER:

This Program is produced by Gonzo Productions, Inc. Any questions concerning this Program should be directed to: Gonzo Productions, Inc., ATTN: THE MOLE II, 7095 Hollywood Blvd. #1100, Hollywood, CA 90028-8903. Rules and eligibility are subject to change without notice. Revised February 26, 2001.