L.A.M.A. BY-LAWS

ARTICLE II
CHARACTER
Section 1: The Latin American Motorcycle Association is a humanist
association that does not distinguish between race, color,
nationality, ethnic origins, religion, gender, age, social class,
motorcycle brands, etc. L.A.M.A. members share a passion for
motorcycles that unite us in a brotherhood with Democratic ideals.
Section 2: The Latin American Motorcycle Assoc. is a Not for Profit, apolitical
association and shall not take active participation in political
campaigns, have no affiliation with any political parties or any
activities that may cause a negative effect on the reputation of the
association.

MISSION
Section 1: L.A.M.A. was created to organize recreational activities for it’s
members such as tours, picnics, campouts and a host of other
social activities that benefit the members.
Section 2: LAMA must provide safety education for the membership and the
public at large through classes, instruction at chapter meetings,
televised programs, videos, workshops, etc. that promote the safe
and legal use of motorcycles.
Section 3: LAMA International will act as the official International governing
body for the sport of Moto-Tourism. LAMA must provide and
promote Moto-Touring sports competitions on local, national and
International levels.
Section 4: Although L.A.M.A. is not a charity and our mission is motorcycling,
as an integral part of our respective communities, LAMA chapters
are expected to organize some charitable events on behalf of those
less fortunate. This can be achieved through toy drives, food drives,
blood drives, fund drives and a host of other activities. _top

ARTICLE III
MEMBERSHIP
Section 1: LAMA membership is open to all individuals who posses a legally
registered motorcycle with an engine size of 650cc or larger, a valid
motorcycle license and insurance where required.
Section 2: LAMA Members can not be members of any other motorcycle club,
association or organization without written approval of the
International Committee.
Section 3: A member who is delinquent or has been suspended from a chapter
can not be allowed to transfer to another chapter until such
delinquency or suspension has been lifted by their original chapter.
Section 4: A member who has sold his motorcycle has a period of 90 days to
show purchase of another motorcycle. After 90 days without owning
a motorcycle the chapter membership will be terminated and their
colors must be turned in. The individual can maintain an associate
membership until he purchases another motorcycle _top

ARTICLE IV
QUALIFICATIONS
Section 1: Any person desiring membership to the Latin American Motorcycle
Association shall make application upon a form to be furnished by
the L.A.M.A. International head quarters in Chicago, IL. U.S.A.. You
must fill out the application for International membership and send it
to the Chicago Headquarters with a forty dollar ($40) check payable
to Latin American Motorcycle Association 3519 W. Fullerton
Avenue, Chicago, IL. 60647 You will then receive an
International membership patch to be worn on the front left side of
your official black leather vest (below name tag). You will also
receive a membership card. You will receive a “P” patch, to be worn
on the back of the vest for a period of no less than 6 months. The
date on your application is the official start date of your L.A.M.A.
membership. The International membership fee is due on or before
January 1 of each year, regardless of your starting date.
Section 2: You must be sponsored by a chapter member who is willing to be
your mentor and who must sign the application along with the
chapter president.
Section 3: You must own a legally registered motorcycle with a 650 CC
displacement or larger and be willing to drive it to LAMA sponsored
activities, tours, etc.
Section 4: You must be presently employed and show proof thereof. If retired
or on disability, you must show proof thereof.
Section 5: You must have a current motorcycle license, current motorcycle
registration, and proof of insurance.
Section 6: You agree to attend at least one monthly meeting per month, take
active participation in LAMA sponsored events and perform at least
one duty per month on behalf of the chapter
Section 7: Once accepted by the chapter, the prospect must wear a " P " patch
for a period of at least six months or more, to be worn on the back
of a black leather vest with no other decorations on that back
Section 8: In the event of membership termination or resignation, the member
agrees to return all colors (patches worn on back of vest) to
L.A.M.A. and accepts the fact that there will be no cash refunds for
such. _top

ARTICLE V
DAMAS, ASSOCIATE, SPOUSAL, AND HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
DAMAS de L.A.M.A. Patches
Section 1: Damas de LAMA patches to be awarded to full color female
chapter members who are paying chapter membership dues, own
and ride their own motorcycle.
Section 2: Damas de LAMA patches are not for spousal members, but a
female spousal member can graduate to a DAMAS de LAMA
without having to go back to wearing a “P’ patch.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Section 1: An associate member is an individual who supports the Latin
American Motorcycle Association but may not have the time to fulfill
the requirements of a chapter member. The associate member has
the privilege to participate in all L.A.M.A. activities hosted
throughout the world. Associate members are members at large
and do not wear colors but wear the distinctive International
Associate member’s patch and yearly renewal rocker.
Section 2: The individual will be provided with an application from an existing
chapter president and pay an annual associate membership fee of
forty dollars ($40) made payable to Latin American Motorcycle
Association, 3519 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL. 60647.
Section 3: The official start day of the associate membership will be the 1st of
January. If an associate membership is dated on any other date,
the membership will be retroactive to January 1st of the year
membership began.
Section 4: International Associate members have neither voice nor vote in
LAMA matters

SPOUSAL MEMBERSHIP
Section 1: An active member can acquire colors for a wife/husband,
girlfriend/boyfriend by having the significant other fill out an
application for an International spousal membership, circle spousal
on the application have the active member sign it where it says,
sponsor and pay the International membership fee which will there
after be due. on January 1 of each year, payable to Latin
American Motorcycle Association, 3519 W. Fullerton Avenue,
Chicago, IL. 60647
Section 2: Spousal members do not serve a prospective 6 month period.
The spousal member qualifies to wear the same colors (logo) as the
active members. If the active member wears a “P” patch, that is
what the spousal member qualifies to wear. If the active member
wears full colors, that is what the spousal member qualifies to wear.
Section 3: Spousal members do not have a voice or a vote in L.A.M.A.
decision making. They can voice opinions or suggestions in
meetings since they are always involved in supporting their
spouses and respective chapters
Section 4: In the event of a break up between the active member and the
spousal member, the spousal member must return the LAMA colors
(logo) which are worn on the back of the vest, back to the active
member. The international membership will continue until the end
of the year at which time it must be terminated if requested by
either party.
Section 5: In the event a full member is terminated or resigns (with the
exception of retirement); the spousal member must turn in their
colors along with the full member’s to the chapter.
Section 6: Spousal members who decide to ride their own motorcycle and join
the chapter as active members do not have to go back to wear a “P’
patch to become chapter members. They simply start paying
chapter dues and buy the “DAMAS DE LAMA” patch.

HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
Section 1: Honorary membership may be extended to select individuals, such
as public officials, law enforcement officials, presidents of
organizations etc, who have gone above and beyond the call of
duty on behalf of LAMA. The chapter president shall notify the
National committee to receive approval to extend an honorary
membership to the selected individual. The National President will
notify the International committee who will look the application over
to award final approval.
Section 2: Honorary membership is permanent. Honorary members shall have
no requirements placed upon them by the association or it’s
chapters. Honorary members are expected to conduct themselves
in an honorable manner and can have their membership terminated
for bad conduct.
Section 3: Honorary members do not pay dues within the chapter nor have a
voice nor a vote in LAMA matters..
Section 4: Honorary memberships will be reviewed by the chapter’s executive
board on an annual basis for updating of personal data. _top

ARTICLE VI
RULES OF CONDUCT
Section 1: Absolutely no fighting is tolerated among the members. This is
considered a very serious offense and cause for termination of
membership.
Section 2: LAMA members can not be involved in any illegal activities
including theft, drug use, drug sales, sale of stolen goods,
prostitution, gambling, etc Nor will these activities be tolerated in
the clubhouse or during any L.A.M.A. sponsored events.
Section 3: All women are to be treated with respect and as our equal.
Section 4: Absolutely no hot rodding, burnouts, wheelies, or any reckless
driving which is deemed unsafe and/or illegal, in front of the
clubhouse, at events or runs, will be tolerated. All local traffic laws
will be obeyed.
Section 5: A member deemed too intoxicated to operate his vehicle in a safe
manner will have his/her keys taken away from them by the highest
ranking officer on site, forcibly if necessary.
Section 6: Never put anyone before my L.A.M.A and I.M.A brothers and
sisters, especially my self.
Section 7: Be courteous to all visitors at our clubhouses and make them feel
welcome. Never bad mouth or discuss internal club problems in
front of visitors. Save all your comments for the meetings.
Section 8: Never under any circumstance make fun of, curse, belittle, humiliate
or disrespect another member, spouse or their company.
Section 9: Leave the clubhouse or other designated location and return with
the club on every event participated in. Never will a brother or sister
be left behind whose bike breaks down or acquires problems along
the way.
Section 10: In the event a member has to drive a vehicle. They will do their best
to stay behind the pack and serve as an additional emergency
vehicle to the group.
Section 11: All full members will do their best to guide prospective members in a
positive way without ridicule or badgering.
Section 12: Never use racial jokes and respect everyone regardless of
nationality, race, creed, color, religion, gender, age, or social status.
Section 13: All members of L.A.M.A will respect L.A.M.A or I.M.A officers
regardless of chapter as my own leaders.
Section 14: Treat all associate members like chapter members and as my
brothers and sisters.
Section 15: All other undesirable conduct by members will be decided by the
highest ranking officer present and dealt with accordingly. _top

ARTICLE VII
RUNS AND TOURING
Section 1: When participating on runs or rides, members should be on time.
All members should be given a 30 minute grace period.
Section 2: All members should strive to leave together and return together on
all activities.
Section 3: All driving should be done in “staggered twos " with the highest
ranking officer in front or any other driver designated by the highest
ranking officer.
Section 4: Members will ride in formation according to rank and then seniority.
Passing will not be tolerated when riding in ranks.
Section 5: All members participating in a run or ride should have a full tank of
gas before arriving at the starting point.
Section 6: All local traffic laws will be followed and respected.
Section 7: Know all hand signals so we can safely communicate when riding
and make sure you telegraph them to riders behind you.
Section 8: Rest stops will be determined by the highest ranking officer present
or a road captain . Runs or rides should not go any further than the
distance necessary to refill the smallest tank on the trip. The
highest ranking officer will decide the length of time of the rest stop.
Section 9: Road captains and other members should be certified in first aid
and CPR and carry a trauma kit in case of an emergency.
Section 10: When inclement weather is evident, the road captain or highest
ranking officer will determine a safe pull-off location to put on rain
gear. _top

ARTICLE VIII
AMENDMENTS
Section 1: 1980 - No officer can terminate a member. Once a prospect is
promoted to full member status, the only way his membership can
be terminated is by a simple majority vote in an official meeting.
Section 2: 1981 - Women are to be accepted as full members and accorded
the same privileges as men and the criteria for women's
membership must be the same as for men.
Section 3: 1983 - Officers of L.A.M.A must be full members. Spouses of
members cannot hold office. In the case of a husband and a wife
who are both full members. Only one can hold office. If both were
to hold office it would be a conflict of interest and unacceptable.
Section 4: 1985 - Any member who has not paid dues for a total of (4) months
will lose all privileges automatically. (NO Vote Needed) Terminate
his membership automatically and must turn his/her colors to
L.A.M.A.
Section 5: 1996 -The L.A.M.A colors (name and logo) are solely the property
of the Headquarters Chapter in Chicago. The colors are to be
accorded the same respect as the flag of a country.
A) The name and logo of L.A.M.A are permanent. No committee,
elected official, chapter, or individual can change, mutilate or
redesign them.
B) The logo contains a single star in the center of the geometric
inset. The single star represents the fact that all LAMA is one
club. The colors of the geometric inset on the wings should
match the colors of the national flag where each chapter
resides but are not intended to be a copy of the flag. In
countries where the colors of the flag are similar, they should
wear the same logo. LAMA must strive for less differences
between nations.
C) Colors to qualifying members should only be awarded at
official meetings, unless a special event is designated by the
President to award the colors. Awarding of the colors should
be a ceremonial event (like a graduation).
Section 6: 2000 - In the event of a mortal accident of a chapter member,
L.A.M.A International will donate a sum of no less than $500.00 to
whomever is deemed financially responsible for the funeral
arrangements of said member.
Section 7: 2004 – In addition to the International Committee
The approval of the usage, sell for profit and distribution of the
L.A.M.A logo and name is loaned to the National committee of each
nation to sell official merchandise to the chapters and the members.
All official merchandise must be obtained from the National
committee of each nation. Chapters can use the name of the
association for merchandise but not the official logo.
Section 8: 2004 – Spousal members of a deceased chapter member will be
able to maintain their spousal membership and be awarded the
same privileges as other spousal members. These widows will not
have to pay admission into any LAMA function in any LAMA events.
Section 9: 2004 - A member who has been disabled in an accident can be
awarded a “Disabled Retirement Membershio” even though he may
not be able to ride a motorcycle and will be awarded the same
privileges of chapter members. _top

ARTICLE IX
L.A.M.A NAME AND LOGO
Section 1: The L.A.M.A name and logo is a registered trademark and
protected by copyright laws. The L.A.M.A name and logo is owned
by the International committee in Chicago. The National committee
of each nation have been granted rights to make jewelry, t-shirts, or
display the L.A.M.A name and logo on merchandise it chooses for
sale to their chapters and members to raise funds for their
respective committees.
Section 2: No member will have the authorization to make, sell, or distribute
the L.A.M.A name and logo.
Section 3: The L.A.M.A name and logo are registered as a “collective
membership mark” that distinguishes membership in L.A.M.A.
Official chapter patches and official T’shirts bearing this logo can
only be sold to or worn by official members.
Section 4: The use of the LAMA name and/or logo to promote commercial
products or services can only be authorized by the LAMA
International Committee. Contracts and negotiation of royalties and
fees can only be determined and/or authorized by the LAMA
International Committee. _top

ARTICLE X
DUES
Section 1: International dues must be paid annually by all chapter members as
well as all spousal members and will be due on January 1st of each
year. A late fee will be charged after January 31st. All membership
privileges will be terminated after January 31 for those members
who have not paid their dues. Membership is officially terminated on
March 31st for members who have not paid their International dues
and they must return their colors to LAMA.
Section 2: Associate members pay only annual International membership
dues and are due on January 1st each year
Section 3: Chapter member’s dues are to be determined by each chapter
Rules for expulsion for non-payment of chapters dues to be
determined by each chapter. _top

ARTICLE XI
SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS
Section 1: To be determined by each chapter by majority vote on a case by
case basis.
Section 2: Discipline should be enforced in 3 steps;
1. A personal interview with a verbal warning, documented
2. Removal of the center patch for a predetermined period.
3. Permanent expulsion from the chapter _top

ARTICLE XII
REINSTATEMENT
Section 1: Any member whose membership is suspended as provided in
Article XI may have his/her membership reinstated on such terms,
as their chapter board deems appropriate. Members must make
sure all back dues, etc., are paid before reinstatement.
Section 2: All members acquiring reinstatement must be presented to the
chapter board by the chapter president.
Section 3: If a member is expelled from a chapter the International or National
committee has the right to determine on a case by case
investigation, if the member can be moved or reinstated to another
chapter.
Section 4: If a member leaves the chapter in good standing and turns in
his/her colors to the Chapter President the member has thirty (30)
days from the date he/she has resigned to approach the President
and Board of Directors and request to be reinstated back into the
chapter. If the thirty day period has elapsed, the member, at the
discretion of the chapter president, shall start with the “P” process
for a period of 60 days. After the 60 day period the chapter
membership will decide by a simple majority vote if the individual
can be graduated to full member. _top

ARTICLE XIII
LEAVES OF ABSENSE
Section 1: To be determined by each chapter using the following criteria;
To receive a leave of absence a member must apply in an official
membership meeting. If accepted the member must leave all colors
in his possession in the care of the chapter president. If the member
returns on the agreed time, the colors must be returned to the
member. _top

ARTICLE XIV
MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
Section 1: Membership meetings must be held at a minimal of one per month.
Section 2: Times and dates are determined by the chapter. _top

ARTICLE XV
TRANSFERS
Section 1: A member may transfer to another chapter in certain
circumstances. Example; a member moves to a different state or
town and another L.A.M.A chapter is closer to the member. The
president of the chapter the member is transferring to must receive
a letter from the chapter president of the old chapter approving the
transfer of the member.
Section 2: The president of the member’s current chapter will notify the
National committee of the pending transfer so the National
committee can keep current records of the members across the
nation. The National committee will make a decision if the pending
transfer will be approved.
Section 3: The member requesting the transfer must be in good standing with
the current chapter.
Section 4: If a transfer is approved the member will surrender the city patch to
the chapter president of the former chapter. The member will wear
the new chapter’s city patch and this will be considered their home
chapter.
Section 5: If a member has been expelled from a chapter The International or
National committee has the right to determine on a case by case
investigation, if the member can be transferred or reinstated to
another chapter.

ARTICLE XVI
ELECTIONS
Section 1: Elections for executive office and board members will be held every
(2) years, unless it is required earlier due to a decision of the
executive board.
Section 2: Nominations for the elected positions will be brought to the chapters
members (60) days before the election.
Section 3: Only members in good standing within the chapter may be
nominated for an executive position.
Section 4: For the position of President or Vice-President, only members in
good standing who have been with the chapter for a period of (1)
year may be nominated.
Section 5: In the case a new chapter has been formed by the International and
National committee, the International and National committee will
decide who is qualified to hold the position of President or Vice-
President.
Section 6: On the day of the elections, only full members will have the right to
cast a vote for a nominee.
Section 7: The voting process will be held as a secret ballet. A form listing all
of the nominated candidates will be given to the members. The
member will choose who is best qualified for the position. After the
voting is conducted, the president of the chapter will tally the votes
in the presence of two other full members to preserve the integrity
of the voting process.
Section 8: The entire board or any individual board officer may be removed
from office at any time by majority vote of the voting members of
the chapter. If any or all officers are so removed, new officers will
be elected at the same meeting and will hold office for the
remainder of the term. _top

ARTICLE XVII
Chapter Status
Section 1: When a group is granted sanction to start a chapter in their
respective area they are called an “Organizing Chapter”. Sanction to
start a chapter can only be granted by the International Committee.
An organizing chapter has the advantage of not having to fully
comply with all by-laws concerning elections and officials until they
gain official status
Section 2: An Organizing Chapter is under the direct supervision of the
International Committee until they are granted official chapter status.
After being granted official chapter status the chapter will be under
the supervision of their respective National Committee
Section 3: An organizing chapter can be granted official status after a period of
no less than 12-18 months. The following requirements must be met;
A. Must have no less than 15 chapter members.
B. Must be nominated by International President or Int. Vice
Pres. before the national Committee of their respective nation
by mail, in person or otherwise.
C. The national Committee will then pick an official function or
activity and notify all presidents at least 30 days prior to the
event. The presidents and Vice Presidents of the chapters
and the National officials present at the event will, through a
simple majority vote, decide if the Organizing Chapter will be
admitted as an official chapter of LAMA.
D. A chapter is expected to prioritize participation and support
the LAMA activities and functions of other chapters and
Brother-Clubs.
Section 5: Upon being voted in as an official chapter the President and Vice
President of the chapter will compose part of the National Board of
Directors, with a voice and a vote in that committee. In the event
that the chapter’s membership drops below 15, the chapter will lose
both seats on the National Board until that time when it reaches 15
chapter members again.

CHAPTER  AGREEMENT
Section 1: The chapter agreement is intended as a binding agreement between
the Latin American Motorcycle Association (L.A.M.A) having
headquarters in the city of Chicago, IL. and every chapter wishing to
wear and/or use the LAMA name and/or logo anywhere in the
world. These rules dictate what is expected of those who wish to
become and remain a chapter of L.A.M.A.
Section 2: The document must be signed by the L.A.M.A International
President and Vice President, the National President and the
President and Vice President of the chapter or group applying for
L.A.M.A membership.
Section 3: In essence the contract guarantees that the applying chapter
agrees with the ideology of L.A.M.A and will run it self according to
the established by-laws of the International and National
committee.
The undersigned chapter also agrees that all L.A.M.A chapters are
ONE nation no matter what country, state, or city, said chapter
resides within.
Section 4: The chapter must be registered and run as a NON-PROFIT
organization. All sales from T-shirts, pins (i.e. anything with the
chapter name and chapter logo) all sales or donations, money
raised at L.A.M.A functions become club funds, not individual or
personal funds.
Section 5: Each chapter MUST give a treasury report to the membership at
least once per month with a detailed description of all spending and
totals funds raised.
Section 6: By law all chapters must register in their home state. This is no
way gives any chapter exclusive rights to the L.A.M.A name or
colors (LOGO). The exclusive rights belong to the International
Headquarters located in Chicago IL.
Section 7: Chapters must have Executive Officers as follows: A) President B)
Vice President C) Treasurer D) Business Manager E) Secretary
Section 8: A Board of Directions are decided on a 5:1 ratio (one director for
every five members ) excluding executive committee members, and
elected by a vote from chapter members for a term of (2) years.
Section 9: Appointed positions that must be filled by full members. A)
Sergeant At Arms B) Two Road Captains
Section 10: Elections for all offices must take place every two years.
Section 11: The International President will always be a member of the
Headquarters Chapter and will always be elected by Headquarters
Chapter. He will be the Executive Officer of all L.A.M.A. One of his
many duties is to make sure the rules of this agreement and LAMA
by-laws are enforced.
Section 12: The International Committee will consist of an Executive Committee
and a Board of Directors composed of the National President and
National Vice President of each nation.
Section 13: L.A.M.A colors (LOGO) can only be obtained from the International
Committee by the Chapter President to award to qualified
members. No chapter under any circumstances can fabricate their
own colors. Funds raised from these and other items will be used
for the International Rally taking place once a year.
Official T-shirts and articles sporting the official LAMA logo can also
be obtained from the national Committee of each country.
Section 14: The sequence to obtain full colors is as follows:
A) Prospective members qualify for local membership by applying
for International membership and paying International
membership fee. (This will give Prospects an official starting
date for all privileges and seniority). At this time Prospects
must purchase a " P " patch from the Chapter President.
Prospects will also receive an International ID card and a patch
from the Headquarter via mail. At this time additional colors
can be obtained for a spouse and by applying for a spousal
membership.
B) At (3) months, the chapter members will vote for the
acceptance of the Prospect. This qualifies said Prospect for
Probate status. If accepted the Chapter President
will award the top and bottom rockers at that time.
C) After (6) months, the chapters members will vote to accept the
Probate as a full member qualifying the Probate for the center
patch awarded by the Chapter President.
Colors will be only awarded at official meetings in a ceremonial manner.
Section 15: The Chapter must make an effort to have every member attend the
L.A.M.A International Rally and National Rally held once a year and
at least (1) International and National meeting yearly.
Section 16: The Chapter must have an official place of business, (i.e.
Clubhouse) not a domestic residence.
Section 17: Starting a new chapter is solely the responsibility of the International
Committee. No other Chapter can start a Chapter or have a
Chapter anywhere else.
Section 18: L.A.M.A Chapters cannot affiliate themselves with any other
motorcycle club or organizations without prior written approval from
the International Executive Committee. Nor can LAMA members
wear support patches of other motorcycle clubs.
Section 19: No Chapter members can be involved in any illegal activities, such
as drug trafficking, vehicle theft, burglary, gang activity, etcetera or
allow any kind of illegal activities to go on within the Chapter or
within organized events. Infractions of this nature will lead to
termination of membership. _top

ARTICLE XVIII
NATIONAL COMMITTEE
Section 1: The National Committee is composed of an elected Executive
Committee consisting of the following; A) National President B)
Vice President C) Treasurer D) Business Manager E) Secretary
Section 2: The National Committee handles the Chapters of their respective
nations and enforces the International and National by-laws.
Section 3: The National Committee will consist of an Executive Committee and
a Board of Directors composed of the President and Vice President
of each Chapter in their respective nation.
Section 4: The National Committee will work closely with all of the USA
Chapters to ensure all by-laws and the L.A.M.A ideology are being
followed to ensure all of the Chapters are operating as ONE
L.A.MA within each nation
Section 5: Funds raised by the national committees will in part be used, at the
discretion of the national board of directors, to fund officers
participation in national and international meetings. These funds are
also to be used to fund members and officers participation in the
International LAMA Rally. These funds will also be used to organize
an Annual National event in their respective countries.
Section 6: National committees should present their chapters with a national
treasury report bi-annually _top

ARTICLE XIX
OFFICER DUTIES AND DESCRIPTIONS
Section 1: The duties and descriptions of the officers of each chapter are as
follows:

CHAPTER PRESIDENT
A) The Chapter President is the chief Executive Officer of the
chapter.
B) He/she shall preside at all chapter meetings, enforce order and
see that the By-Laws are strictly adhered to.
C) Perform the duties of the Chairman of the Board.
D) He/she shall sign all official documents which are authorized by
L.A.M.A.
E) Act as a spokesperson before all business, Government,
individual organizations, and agencies.
F) He/she shall fill a vacancy in any office that is vacant and the
term has less than 9 months left except for President or Vice
President. If the vacant position has more than 9 months, an
election must be held.
G) He/she shall convey to his/her successor all unfinished
business of the chapter.

CHAPTER VICE PRESIDENT
A) He/she shall preside at meetings in the absence of the
President and shall otherwise generally perform the duties of
President during any absences.
B) He/she shall perform all of the afore mentioned duties for the
President in case of his/her absence and assist the President
with chapter business.

TREASURER
A) He/she shall have custody of all financial records of the chapter.
The Treasurer shall receive and take charge of all monies
belonging to the chapter and keep a record of all monies and
expenditures.
B) He/she shall deposit all monies belonging to the chapter in a
designated bank to the chapter account.
C) There will be minimum of (3) signatures on the bank account.
D) When withdrawal of funds occur from the chapter account, there
will be (2) signatures on the check and approval from the Board
of Directors.
E) Present a monthly Treasurer report to the chapter.
F) He/she shall keep an itemized record of all receipts and
disbursements.
G) He/she shall convey to his/her successor all unfinished
business of the chapter along with monies, records, and checks
to the chapter.
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BUSINESS MANAGER
A) He/she shall conduct any purchases as directed by the
President (i.e. products, services and materials for the chapter)
B) Post flyers on chapter events (M/C dealerships, stores,
etcetera.)
C) Receive monthly utility bills, rent and other related bills and
determine what will be paid accordingly.
D) Present a monthly Business Manager report to the chapter.
E) Gather information on upcoming events and coordinate the
events.
F) Order forms, patches, from Headquarters etcetera.
G) Conduct duties assigned by the President.
H) He/she shall convey to his/her successor all unfinished
business of the chapter including records, documents, and
patches etcetera. to the chapter.

SECRETARY
A) He/she shall act as recording secretary at all official meetings.
B) To ensure completion of all chapter correspondence, reports
and required forms.
C) He/she shall receive record and file records of all activities,
membership information and business transactions of the
chapter.
D) Handle membership and newsletter mailings.
E) Prepare an agenda for each meeting.
F) He/she shall keep a list of members and collect monthly and
yearly dues. The secretary shall also keep a list of all associate
members and collect dues each year.
G) He/she shall keep minutes of each meeting and conduct all
correspondence.
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H) He/she shall convey to his/her successor all unfinished
business of the chapter along with all books, records,
documents, and all equipment belonging to the chapter.
H) Conduct duties assigned by the President.

SEARGENT AT ARMS
A) Shall attend the door and shall not permit entrance to any
person who is not properly qualified by membership or is a duly
invited guest unless otherwise ordered by the President.
B) He shall maintain order at all chapter meetings and functions.
C) He shall collect all patches and memberships cards upon
termination.
D) Enforce all International, National, and local chapter by-laws.
E) Head and oversee all security and safety arrangements at all
events.
F) Perform additional duties as directed by Chapter President.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A) The Chapter Board of Directors shall meet at least monthly.
Additional meetings shall be called upon petition of three (3)
board members. A quorum of four (4) members one of whom
must be the President shall be necessary for the transaction of
business. The President may vote by proxy at any such
meeting.
B) The Board of Directors shall have a working email address and
phone number.
C) Shall meet for discussion of problems and issues that cannot be
resolved by the general membership.
D) Shall meet for discussion of upcoming issues, new information
and to set and agenda for the next scheduled chapter meeting.
E) Shall properly discuss and investigate all business and
important situations to the chapter members, and make a
decision in good faith for the welfare of the chapter members.
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F) Shall remain open to communication with officers and members.
G) The Board of Directors shall not discuss with the general public
or other members of the chapter, any issues concerning the
particular member or situation which does not affect the chapter
as a whole. All records, documents, and discussions shall be
kept confidential.
H) The board will accept all grievances from the members in letter
form. All pertinent information shall accompany the request.
Before a grievance is filed, the member shall go through the
proper chain of command to settle the issue. If the issue is not
resolved, only then is the member granted permission to file the
grievance. _top

ARTICLE XX
CHAIN OF COMMAND
Section 1: All members shall respect the chain of command.
Section 2: The chain of command is as follows:
A) International Committee
B) National Committee
C) Chapter President
D) Vice President
E) Treasurer
F) Business Manager
G) Secretary
Section 3: When a member has a question or dispute, they shall utilize the
chain of command.
Section 4: If the member had utilized the chain of command and the question
or issue has not been resolved; he/she can file a grievance to the
Board of Directors. If the questions or issue still has not been
resolved, the member can contact the National Committee to get a
final answer to the issue or question. The National Committees
answer shall be final as long as the National Committee follows the
National and International By-Laws. The National Committee has
the right to summon the International Committee if the question or
issue cannot be resolved. The National President shall notify the
International Committee and address the question or issue. The
answer received from the International Committee shall be final and
is not open to further investigation or discussion. _top

ARTICLE XXI
UNIFORMS
Section 1: The L.A.M.A. uniform is composed of black boots, denim blue jeans
a black t’shirt and a black leather vest. In tropical countries an ash
grey or white t’shirt can be substituted but the whole chapter must
be in the same uniform 

ARTICLE XXII
NON PROFIT STATUS
Section 1: The Latin American Motorcycle Association was founded as a non profit
motorcycle association. It is each chapter’s responsibility to
do the following at such a time that each chapter deems it
necessary for its proper operation:
A) Establish articles of incorporation in their States or
Country.
B) File for the proper non-profit tax filing status.
C) File tax returns in accordance with State and Federal
laws.
D) Each chapter is responsible for the proper conduct and
licensing of any and all fundraisers, raffles, or events that
raise monies for their chapters and must do so in
accordance with local, state and federal laws. 

ARTICLE XXIII
AMENDMENTS
Section 1: Amendments to these By-Laws can only be passed into law at the
annual International meeting.
Section 2: Since the members of the International Board are located across
the globe, the International Board has the option to conduct
conference calls or utilize the internet for communication purposes.
Section 3: All members shall be notified of the International Committee’s
decision by their respective national committees and respective
chapter committees. 

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