Failure to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall result in the application of the sanctions provided for by the Articles of Association or by the rules concerning the staff concerned.
Sanctions may only be imposed after the persons concerned have been given the opportunity to comment on the facts of which they are accused and to have access to the file concerning them.
Removal from office and downgrading may only be ordered in accordance with the disciplinary procedure normally applicable.
When dismissal is ordered in this respect, it may not be accompanied by the loss of pension rights.