The AICP membership of a certified planner must be revoked if:

TheAICP Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct(2022) outlines specific conditions under which membership must be revoked. Section E, Rule of Conduct 25 states, “A planner’s certification shall be revoked if the planner is convicted of a serious crime, as defined in the AICP Ethics Code.” A serious crime includes felonies or crimes involving moral turpitude (e.g., fraud, bribery), which directly impact professional integrity. Option A aligns with this rule. Option B (accused of violating an aspirational principle) does not mandate revocation—violations of aspirational principles are not enforceable, unlike rules of conduct, and accusations alone do not trigger revocation. Option C (not completing certification maintenance credits) may result in suspension, but revocation requires a formal process and is not automatic. Option D (revoked state license) does not automatically revoke AICP membership, as AICP certification is independent of state licensure. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, “AICP membership must be revoked upon conviction of a serious crime, as it undermines the profession’s integrity,” supporting option A.