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Originally Posted by JugglingReferee
When there is a conflict in rulings, both from seemingly reputable sources, it's good to compare the outcomes/effects of the application differences.
I believe that OPI is 15 + LD.
What is the penalty for IT?
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5 + LOD.
The rule was changed from OPI to IT in 2006:
NFHS: New rule for 2006. If any ineligible player intentionally touches a forward pass anywhere on the field it is Illegal touching--5yds and loss of down. If the touching was downfield the penalty will be enforced from the previous spot. If the Illegal touching is behind the line, its enforced from the spot of the foul. Again the touching must be intentional; if the ball simply hits him, that's not illegal touching.