Committed Quote by Howard Staunton
“If, during the course of the game, it be discovered that any error or illegality has been committed in the moves of the pieces, the moves must be retraced, and the necessary correction made, without penalty.”
About This Quote
Source Rulebook: Chess Laws, 1847
If an illegal move occurs, the game must be reset to the point before the error and corrected without punishment.
In simple terms: Correct mistakes in games without penalty.
Key Takeaway
Fix errors promptly.
Themes
fairness
rules
integrity
Mood
neutral
procedural
Type
regulatory
instructional
When to use this quote
- tournament play
- online matches
- training sessions
Key Concepts
chess law
error correction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can officials ensure errors are caught quickly?
- What impact does a penalty‑free correction have on player behavior?
A Different Perspective
Requires accurate detection of the error first.
