Golf GUR - Local Rule?

Question

What if the local rule doesn't state must in the wording? And just uses the wording may? I had an disagreement with a competitor who said that all GUR's are composulary drops is that true or does it depend on how the local rule is written?

Answer 1

According to the rules of golf, you may take relief.  The committee must say it on the rules sheet if the want relief to be manditory.

http://www.usga.org/playing/rules/pdf/20...

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Answer 2

If the ball lies within the boundary of the course you can always play it as it lies. Except when a local rule requires relief. It must be stated as such.

Answer 3

Unless the GUR is compulsory (as stated in the local rules) you have a choice of either taking relief or playing it where it is.

Answer 4

If it is wash out, it's your choice.  If it is new grass or trees, take your drop.

Answer 5

Consult the pro but if the course isn't making it compulsitory then I believe it is your option to hit from the GUR or take the free drop.