ARTICLE
7 CHAPTER
Section 7.1. Definition. A Chapter shall consist of a group of a
minimum of five (5) individuals sharing a geographical location and meeting the
necessary requirements for qualifications as a chapter member.
Section 7.2.
Purpose. The purpose of the Chapter(s) shall be to conduct local
meetings, seminars, lectures, and workshops for the furtherance of the
education and scientific disciples of Digital Forensics and eDiscovery.
Section 7.3. Chapter Membership. Upon application thereof and completion
of the requirements, terms, and conditions as set forth by the Board of
Directors, chapter membership shall be granted without respect to race, creed,
national origin, or professional role within the judiciary process either
defendant or plaintive in either administrative, criminal, or civil matter.
Section 7.4. Rights
of Chapter Members. Chapter
members in good standing shall be entitled to vote in the chapter, run for
chapter office, or be nominated for other positions throughout the
organization.
Section 7.5. Chapter At Large. At Large Chapters shall be created by
the Board of Directors as necessary to further membership. This chapter’s purpose shall be to
accommodate individuals who wish to become chapter members but do not have a
chapter in their respective geographical area. The Board of Directors shall have the responsibility for the
management of the At Large Chapter.
This shall include appointing the Chapter President and other officers
as required. The Chief Financial
Officer shall serve as the Chapter Treasurer.
Section 7.6. Chapter Creation.
A Chapter is created upon the approval of the new Chapter
Application. The new chapter
application shall be submitted and approved by the Chapter Support Center. In
the event a Chapter application is denied, then a written appeal may be made
directly to the Board of Directors, who shall make the final determination on
the application’s status.
Section 7.7.
Regular Meetings. Each
chapter, with the exception of the Chapter At Large, shall hold regular
meetings at least once per quarter.
The Chapter shall transact such business as comes before it so long as
this does not violate any rules, regulations or policies as set by the Board of
Directors or these by-laws.