I actually think this is a good thing. I run my FC on a respect and trust basis, so people that have earned their place with a lot of contributions has a higher rank and more benefits. If you are problematic to the point another fc member has to call on management then it calls for a demotion. Lowest rank members risk being kicked from the fc. If there was a mute option, that can be a good warning with my system for a first time offender that is a new member. So I like the idea.

As people have said if you don't trust your fc leader to be fair you should probably find another fc.