Question:
During a Split Pack or No Pack situation, can a Jammer become Lead Jammer if she passes all players legally and in bounds?
If so, when is her initial trip through the pack complete (i.e. when can she no longer re-pass anyone she fouled)?
Answer:
Yes, Jammers can still become Lead Jammer during a split pack or no pack situation. The first Jammer to pass the frontmost player, having previously legally passed all other players will earn Lead Jammer. The Jammer must be in bounds for all passes. Passed players need not be in bounds for the Jammer to become Lead Jammer.
Her initial pass is complete when she is 20 feet ahead of the frontmost skater. (Under most circumstances a legal pack will reform quickly, and when there is a legal pack the initial pass is completed when the Jammer reaches 20 feet ahead of the frontmost pack skater.)