The Ethical Practices Committee will convene to review the merit of the alleged violation as it relates to the Code of Ethics

a. The Ethical Practices Committee shall meet to discuss the case, either in person or by electronic means or teleconference. The meeting will occur within 60 days of receipt of the waiver of confidentiality or of notification by the complainant of refusal to sign the waiver. In cases where another form of notification brings the complaint to the attention of the Ethical Practices Committee, the Committee will convene within 60 days of notification.

b. If the alleged violation has a high probability of being legally actionable, the case may be referred to the appropriate agency. The Ethical Practices Committee may postpone member notification and further deliberation until the legal process has been completed.