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San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has been suspended for six games and fined $500,000 by the NFL, the league announced, after his August arrest for attempting to engage in prostitution in Ohio. The suspension stems from a violation of the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, which applies to all personnel, including owners.

The Personal Conduct Policy was adopted in 2014 to address misconduct that could harm the league’s reputation. It has been invoked in several high‑profile cases involving players and coaches, but this is the first time an owner has faced suspension. The policy requires all members of the NFL community to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on the league.

York was arrested in August when Ohio law enforcement intercepted him during a prostitution transaction. Following an internal review, the NFL concluded that his actions breached the policy, resulting in the suspension and the $500,000 fine, the largest imposed on an owner to date. The fine underscores the seriousness with which the league treats violations of its conduct standards.

During the six‑game suspension, York will be barred from attending any 49ers home or away games, and his signature will be absent from official team documents. The 49ers will appoint an interim owner representative to handle ownership duties during that period. The organization has stated it will maintain normal operations, with the front office and coaching staff assuming additional responsibilities. York may appeal the decision, but the league has indicated that the ruling is final pending review. The case may influence future policy enforcement for owners, and the 49ers will need to navigate the temporary absence of their owner while preparing for the upcoming season.

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