(1) A society may impose a fine on a member for any infringement of the rules of the society.(2) The rules of the society must specify the maximum fine that may be imposed on a member and a fine that is greater than that maximum cannot be imposed.(3) A fine exceeding $20 (or such other amount as may be prescribed by the regulations) cannot be imposed unless:(a) written notice of intention to impose the fine and the reason for it has been given to the member, and(b) the member has been given a reasonable opportunity to appear before the board in person (with or without witnesses), or to send to the board a written statement, for the purpose of showing cause why the fine should not be imposed.
Co-operative Housing and Starr-Bowkett Societies Act 1998 No 11