What triggers the formal disciplinary process?

• A. A violation of bylaws or ethics code; investigation, hearing, and due process.
• B. A minor complaint with no investigation.
• C. Late dues only.
• D. Disagreement about meeting time.

Answer: (C)

A violation of the bylaws or ethics code triggers the formal disciplinary process. When such a violation occurs, the organization begins an official sequence that includes an investigation, a hearing, and due process to ensure fairness for the member involved. Less serious issues—like a minor complaint with no investigation, late dues, or disagreements about meeting times—are handled administratively and do not initiate the formal disciplinary track. So the criteria for starting formal discipline is clear misconduct defined in the bylaws or ethics code, not administrative or minor concerns.