What must happen after a member is convicted by the local union trial board?

When a member is convicted by the local union trial board, the process allows for the member to appeal the decision. This procedural right is fundamental in ensuring fairness and due process within the union's disciplinary framework. Appeal mechanisms are often integral to organizational bylaws and provide members the opportunity to challenge decisions they believe are unjust or incorrect. The ability to appeal underscores a commitment to transparency and accountability within the union's governance.

Other processes such as serving a suspension, resigning, or being permanently fined might be consequences or actions that could follow a conviction, but they do not reflect the immediate procedural rights afforded to a member after a conviction. Therefore, recognizing the right to appeal is a crucial aspect of labor relations and union operations.