Bare ActsThe MIZORAM (ESTABLISHMENT OF INDEPENDENT LOCAL BODY) OMBUDSMAN ACT, 2011

Section 16

INITIATION OF PROSECUTION

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INITIATION OF PROSECUTION.- (1) If, after an investigation or inquiry, the Ombudsman finds that there is a prima-facie case against the accused involving a criminal offence, the Ombudsman may refer the complaint and the findings to a competent authority with recommendation to initiate prosecution. (2) The authority responsible, for initiating such prosecution shall conduct a detailed enquiry if necessary and charge a case.

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