disciplinary committee

Misconduct review board

A disciplinary committee is a group convened to investigate alleged misconduct and determine appropriate consequences.

Schools, professional associations, and workplaces use them to handle violations of rules or ethics: The disciplinary committee recommended a two-week suspension.

The term implies formal proceedings with some due process, distinguishing it from unilateral punishment.

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honor code · academic integrity · expulsion · suspension · panel · investigation · fact finding · violation · sanctions · ethics · faculty · dean · student handbook · charges · reprimand · written warning · appeal · verdict

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Lawyer representing the accused

advocacy group · ombudsman · appeals board · union representative · mentorship program

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