Complaints Commission Act
The Complaints Commission Act was enacted in 2012 and came into force on 4 February 2013. It sets out the Commission’s composition, jurisdiction and powers, and the Commission is guided by its provisions.
- Chapter
- 6.20
- In force
- 4 February 2013
- Edition
- Revised, 1 January 2013
Complaints Commission Act (Cap. 6.20)
PDF · 25 pages · 360 KB · Revised edition, 1 January 2013
This revised edition shows the law as at 1 January 2013. It consolidates Act 19 of 2011 and the amending Act 19 of 2012.
Sections you may find useful
- Section 3 Non-application of the Act The courts, Cabinet and Legislative Assembly deliberations, and certain constitutional officers.
- Sections 12 to 14 Function, restrictions and discretion What the Commission can investigate, what it cannot, and when it may decline.
- Section 17 Mediation Resolving minor complaints through a mediator, with the agreement of both sides.
- Sections 20 to 22 Reports and special reports Who receives a report, and what happens if recommendations are ignored.
- Sections 35 to 37 Protection of complainants Protection from civil proceedings and victimisation, and complaints by people in custody.