When making formal charges against a member is necessary, the charges are to be given to the member not less than ________ prior to the time and place of the meeting.

• A. three days
• B. two days
• C. four days
• D. five days

Answer: (A)

The key idea is ensuring due process in disciplinary procedures. When formal charges against a member are necessary, the member must receive those charges at least three days before the scheduled meeting. This minimum notice gives the member time to review the charges, gather evidence, and prepare a response, helping ensure a fair hearing. Not less than three days means at least that amount of time is required, so shorter notice would bypass the due-process safeguard, while longer notices (four or five days) aren’t required by the rule. Three days strikes the right balance as the mandated minimum.