FIFA - Laws of the Game

Please also see Parents Code of Conduct!

Referees are encouraged to explain the infractions to the players.  The players, coaches, and spectators may not challenge the referee's rulings.

U-12 Exceptions

Law 1: Field of play: Dimensions: Max size 55 x 80, Min size 45 x 70. The center circle has a radius of 8 (eight) yards. The goal areas are 6 (six) yards from each goal post, extended 6 (six) yards into the field of play. The penalty areas are 14 (fourteen) yards from each goal post, extended 14 (fourteen) yards into the field of play. The penalty mark is 10 (ten) yards into the field of play from the center of the goal line. The goal size is 6 feet by 18 feet. All other FIFA rules apply.
Law 2: The Ball: A size 4 ball is used. All other FIFA rules apply.
Law 3: The Number of Players: Matches are played 8 versus 8, including the goalkeeper. Each player plays at least half the game unless for disciplinary purposes or injury. The referee and opposing coach must be notified, if any player doesn't play half the game. There are unlimited free substitutions. If a player is substituted because of an injury, the opposing coach may also substitute.  All players are encouraged to play goal keeper. All other FIFA rules apply.
Law 4: The Player's Equipment: All FIFA rules apply. 
Law 5: The Referee: All FIFA rules apply. Coaches are required to officiate their own games -when the referee is not present. Coaches, as referees, must not be biased towards either team during the match.
Law 6: The Assistant Referees: There are no assistant referees.
Law 7: The Duration of the Match: There will be 2 (two) 30 (thirty) minute halves and a 5 minute half-time break. There will be no extra time. All other FIFA rules apply. 

Law 8: The Start and Restart of Play: All FIFA rules apply.
Law 9: The Ball In and Out of Play: All FIFA rules apply.
Law 10: The Method of Scoring: All FIFA rules apply. 
Law 11: Offside: Offside will be called, but it must be obvious to see. The referee does not have the aid of assistant referees. All other FIFA rules apply.
Law 12: Fouls and Misconduct: All FIFA rules apply.
Law 13: Free Kicks: All FIFA rules apply. Opponents must be 8 (eight) yards from the ball.
Law 14: The Penalty Kick: All FIFA rules apply. Opponents must be 8 (eight) yards from the ball. 
Law 15: The Throw-In: All FIFA rules apply. 
Law 16: The Goal Kick: All FIFA rules apply.
Law 17: The Corner Kick: All FIFA rules apply. Opponents must be 8 (eight) yards from the ball.
Technical Area: Coaches and players must stay in their technical area. Spectators and teams must be on opposite sides of the field.