Can a charged member have an IBEW member as Counsel in a Trial Board hearing?

In the context of IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) Trial Board hearings, only an IBEW member who is in good standing is permitted to serve as Counsel. This requirement ensures that Counsel is familiar with the union's procedures, guidelines, and specific context of union-related matters. By limiting Counsel to union members, the integrity and ethos of the union's processes are upheld, and it maintains the bond and mutual understanding that is essential in such hearings.

The other choices involve scenarios where non-union members or legal professionals could be considered, which does not align with the union's rules or the spirit of the Trial Board process. Therefore, the necessity for having Counsel who is a member in good standing safeguards the interests of the union and ensures representation that adheres to IBEW’s values and regulations.