The relevant section of the Disciplinary Board may only validly deliberate if at least six of its members, including the Chairman or his alternate, are present.
Votes are cast by secret ballot.
In the event of a tied vote, the matter shall be discussed again. If the votes are still tied in the second ballot, a lighter penalty shall be put to the vote by the Chairman.
In the event of proceedings before a criminal court, the Disciplinary Board may defer issuing its opinion until the decision of that court.