What can a member convicted by a Local Union Trial Board do?

A member who has been convicted by a Local Union Trial Board has the right to make a final appeal to the International Convention. This process ensures that there is a higher level of review and oversight from the broader organization, which reinforces the principles of fairness and due process within the union structure. The International Convention serves as an important venue for addressing grievances that may not have been resolved satisfactorily at the local level.

This option allows for a comprehensive review of the trial board's decision, ensuring that all members have access to an equitable appeals process. It highlights the system's commitment to upholding members' rights and ensuring that decisions made at the local level can be scrutinized and potentially overturned if found unjust.

Other options may seem appealing but do not accurately reflect the established protocols. For instance, filing an appeal to the local union again after a conviction has already been rendered does not provide a mechanism for a new review at a higher authority. Similarly, requesting a retrial from the Executive Board might not be a recognized step in the appeal process as dictated by union rules. Negotiating with the opposing party is also not a formalized process following a conviction, as it does not adhere to the established procedures of trial and appeal.