sedes this policy; however, no region may have less than
what is stated here. Any penalty instituted at an International program will be required to be followed at
the local level. In addition, the professional staff shall
have the discretion to use his or her judgment in taking
other appropriate steps to address issues raised by violators of this policy and to avoid future violations. For
example, the professional staff may require counseling
or attendance at educational programs before the suspended member may become eligible for reinstatement.
The violator may also be required to plan a program for
the community as part of the penalty.
Reporting Violations
All members are expected to promptly report violations
of the Code of Conduct to a staff member (professional, volunteer or designated chaperone). All
staff authorized to impose disciplinary sanctions are
expected to do so in a prompt, fair and lawful manner.
staff that are not authorized to impose disciplinary sanctions are expected to promptly report violations
of the Code of Conduct to their supervisor.
Any weapon, alcohol or illegal substance found shall
be confiscated immediately, followed by notification to
the parent or legal guardian of the member involved.
The appropriate disciplinary sanction, if warranted,
shall be imposed and may include permanent suspension and re