01

Assembly and representation

§ 19–24 · PDF page 9–10 ↗

What the document says

The assembly is described as the highest body, with an annual ordinary meeting. Delegate status depends on specified conditions and certification.

What needs verification

Annual minutes, delegate lists, decisions and voting records.

02

Election, terms and key decisions

§ 26–30, 34 · PDF page 10–12 ↗

What the document says

The assembly elects the Grand Master for three years with two possible re-elections. Key decisions require two-thirds of Supreme Council members present.

What needs verification

Election rules, voting minutes, term dates and the rules defining key decisions.

What the document says

The text provides for a tribunal, a written complaint and service of a copy on the respondent. The response period is up to 15 days.

What needs verification

Complaint, proof of service, reply, proceedings record and reasoned decision.

What the document says

The text provides an appeal within one month, a second-instance tribunal and the possibility of setting aside a finding and ordering a rehearing.

What needs verification

Appeal instructions, submission route, receipt and appellate decision.

What the document says

Provisions cover minutes, signatures on major acts, custody of seals and a register of sealed documents. The treasurer makes payments and collections on the Grand Master’s instructions.

What needs verification

Document register, authorisations, instructions, receipts, statements and financial reports.

06

Confidentiality and public appearances

§ 8, 102 · PDF page 5, 23 ↗

What the document says

The text distinguishes public history, principles and aims from internal rituals, signs and other secrets. Confidentiality continues after departure.

What needs verification

Exact published content, date, full recording and the rule applicable at the time.

Comparison with other sources

Anderson’s General Regulation XIII provides a written appeal to the annual Grand Lodge (PDF 3); XXXIX addresses changes while preserving old landmarks (PDF 10). The German constitution, §4.4 items 5–7, lists appeal, a personal hearing and recourse to Masonic courts (PDF 44). These are comparative sources, not automatically binding rules for another organisation.

Anderson XIII ↗ · §4.4 ↗