Patrick:
I wouldn't call it is a "penalty" to require that the runner who misses home either retouch the plate before he is tagged or before the third out, but I understand your point. There is 1 way to score if you snake into the dugout (defense does not appeal), and 2 ways not to score if you try to retouch (you get tagged or 3rd out is made).
Perhaps FED does have the best answer. Retouch (successfully) or you are out.
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