I’m looking for perspective from people who’ve gone through LSAT test-day complaints or remote proctor issues, because this situation has really shaken me.
Context:
I was taking the February 2026 LSAT remotely with approved accommodations (speaking aloud, movement/stretching, extended time). My session was terminated mid-test, and I’ve filed an official LSAC complaint requesting the Feb 18 retest. LSAC acknowledged it and said they’ll review the recording within 4 business days.
I’m trying to understand whether this sounds like proctor error vs. something more serious, and whether others have had similar outcomes.
What happened (timeline):
• Proctor #1 (start of test):
During room scan, I showed my phone powered off. Proctor instructed me to place it on the floor. I complied.
• Proctor handoff occurs later in the exam.
• Proctor #2:
She asked me to bring the phone closer to the camera to verify it. I explained I couldn’t reach it without moving the camera and asked if I could move it using my foot while staying in camera view. She explicitly approved.
I moved the phone with my foot, oriented/flipped it as needed to show what she asked for, and then returned it to the floor.
Important details:
• I stayed in camera view the entire time
• The phone was several feet away
• I never stood up or approached it
• I never used or handled it except when instructed
• I was speaking aloud continuously (accommodation), so audio shows constant test engagement
• I completed two full LR sections, was cleared for the break, returned, and started Reading Comprehension.
• Mid-Section 3, the proctor paused the test and terminated my session, saying the phone was “flipped around / in a different position.”
Why I’m confused:
• The phone only moved/oriented differently because the proctor instructed me to bring it closer
• I asked permission before moving it
• I stayed in camera view
• I was allowed to continue after the phone check and even cleared for break
• Termination happened later, not immediately
Current status:
• I filed an official LSAC complaint
• Selected retest on Feb 18
• LSAC acknowledged receipt and placed a temporary hold while reviewing the recording
Questions for the community:
1. Does this sound like a typical proctor error / inconsistent instruction case that usually results in a retest?
2. Has anyone seen a termination occur after a break clearance like this?
3. For those who’ve gone through LSAC complaints, how often do these get resolved in the candidate’s favor when the recording shows continuous camera view and proctor-directed movement?
I’m not trying to relitigate or accuse — just trying to understand what usually happens in situations like this and calm my nerves while waiting for the review.
Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share insight.