Jujutsu Regulations

The **Jujutsu Regulations** (呪 (じゅ) 術 (じゅつ) 規 (き) 定 (てい) , *Jujutsu Kitei*?), also known as the **Memorandum Regarding Obligations of Jujutsu Sorcerers** (呪 (じゅ) 術 (じゅつ) 師 (し) の義 (ぎ) 務 (む) に関 (かん) する覚 (おぼえ) 書 (がき) , *Jujutsushi no Gimu ni Kansuru Oboegaki*?), are the laws of jujutsu society that must be upheld to protect non-jujutsu sorcerers.

In the world of jujutsu, in which the protection of non-sorcerers is of the utmost importance, the practice of jujutsu and contact with curses demands compliance with many regulations. If a jujutsu sorcerer violates these regulations, immediate action is taken at the discretion of the higher-ups. The contents of the memorandum are as follows:

## Memorandum Regarding Obligations of Jujutsu Sorcerers

The Zenin, Gojo, and Kamo clans, on behalf of all jujutsu sorcerers, have agreed with the Government of Japan as follows and hereby establish this memorandum.

### Mission

1. A sorcerer's mission is to prevent the catastrophes that jujutsu, cursed spirits, and cursed objects bring upon mankind; and to maintain peace and security within society.
2. All sorcerers must adhere to this memorandum. The rules set forth in this memorandum shall supersede all common laws and regulations.

### Jujutsu Headquarters

Main article: *Jujutsu Headquarters*
1. A **Jujutsu Headquarters** (呪 (じゅ) 術 (じゅつ) 総 (そう) 監 (かん) 部 (ぶ) , *Jujutsu Sōkanbu*?) shall be established within the Government of Japan as the supreme authority over jujutsu sorcerers. The head of Jujutsu Headquarters shall be the **Jujutsu Commander** (呪 (じゅ) 術 (じゅつ) 総 (そう) 監 (かん) , *Jujutsu Sōkan*?).
2. A Jujutsu Commander shall be appointed by the Prime Minister based on nominations from the Zenin, Gojo, and Kamo clans.

### Jujutsu Technical College

Main article: *Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical College* & *Kyoto Metropolitan Curse Technical College*
1. **Jujutsu Technical Colleges** (呪 (じゅ) 術 (じゅつ) 高 (こう) 等 (とう) 専 (せん) 門 (もん) 学 (がっ) 校 (こう) , *Jujutsu Kōtō Senmon Gakkō*?) shall be established in Tokyo and Kyoto as institutions for the education, guidance, and supervision of jujutsu sorcerers.
2. The **Principal** (学 (がく) 長 (ちょう) , *Gakuchō*?), as head of the technical college, shall oversee all affairs concerning the training of sorcerers and handling of sources of danger, and shall have the authority to command and supervise all sorcerers.
3. The Principal shall be appointed by the Jujutsu Commander based on the recommendations of the Zenin, Gojo, and Kamo clans.
4. The Jujutsu Commander shall have commanding authority over the Principal. However, in case of emergency, the Jujutsu Commander may have direct command and authority over all sorcerers.

### Sorcerer Grades

Main article: *Grade*
1. The grade classifications of sorcerers are as follows: Special, Grade 1, Semi-Grade 1, Grade 2, Semi-Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4. Higher grade sorcerers shall supervise lesser grade sorcerers in their duties.
2. The Jujutsu Commander shall certify or adjust the rank of each jujutsu sorcerer in accordance with fair and reasonable standards.
3. A jujutsu sorcerer shall be entitled to a salary and benefits as befits their grade, in accordance with rules established by the Jujutsu Commander.

### Punishment

1. The Jujutsu Commander may impose one or more of the following disciplinary punishments upon a sorcerer who fails to follow their command, or violates obligations outlined in the memorandum.

- Public execution

- Secret execution

- Branded as a curse user

- Sealing

- Imprisonment

- Confinement

- Fine or confiscation of property

### Retirement

1. A sorcerer may retire with the approval of the Jujutsu Commander. Retired sorcerers shall be un-graded.
2. A retired sorcerer shall not practice jujutsu. However, this shall not apply in cases in which it is necessary to do so, in order to fulfill the obligations set forth in the following article.

### Handling of Dangers

1. Dangers are defined as cursed spirits, cursed objects, and curse users.
2. Jujutsu sorcerers must immediately report any sources of danger they have discovered to the Principal. Based on the report, the Principal will determine the level of danger, notify the Jujutsu Commander, and dispatch the necessary personnel and resources to neutralize the threat.
3. The preceding paragraph notwithstanding, a sorcerer may take reasonable measures to neutralize the threat if it is deemed imminent.

### Secrecy

1. A juiutsu sorcerer shall not reveal the existence of sorcerers, cursed spirits, or cursed objects to a non-sorcerer. However, this shall not apply in cases where it is necessary to fulfill the obligations of the preceding article.

### Protection of Non-Sorcerers

1. A sorcerer shall not harm a non-sorcerer by means of jujutsu, curses, or cursed objects. They shall not harm a non-sorcerer by ignoring a threat. However, this shall not apply when it is deemed absolutely necessary for the protection of one's own life or that of another person.

## References

*Jujutsu Kaisen* Manga and Anime: Chapter 77 (p. 21) and Episode 29.
*Jujutsu Kaisen* Official Fanbook: (p. 126).
*Jujutsu Kaisen* Manga: Chapter 153 (p. 1).
*Jujutsu Kaisen* Manga: Vol. 22 (p. 188-190).