Cap. 570 чл. 22Procedure after investigation.

(1) The provisions of this article shall apply in every case where, after making any investigation under this Act, the

Commissioner is of the opinion that the allegation forming the subject-matter of the investigation -

(a) appears prima facie to have been contrary to law; or

(b) was prima facie in breach of any statutory or any ethical duty as provided under this or any other law.

(2) The provisions of this article shall also apply in any case where the Commissioner is of the opinion that in the conduct constituting the subject-matter of the allegation, a discretionary power has been exercised in a manner that constitutes abuse of power.

(3) If in any case to which this article applies the Commissioner is of the opinion -

(a) that the matter should be referred to the appropriate authority for further consideration; or

(b) that any practice or conduct is in breach of any statutory or ethical duty or that such practice or conduct should be altered; or

(c) that any other steps should be taken, the Commissioner shall report his opinion and the reasons therefor in writing to the Committee and he may also make such recommendations as he deems appropriate.

(4) If within a reasonable time, which shall not exceed three

(5) Where the Commissioner finds that a breach of the Code of Ethics or of any statutory or ethical duty is not of a serious nature, he may grant the person investigated a time limit within which to remedy such breach.

(6) Where from the investigation it appears prima facie that a criminal offence or a corrupt practice has been committed, the Commissioner shall refer his findings to the Commissioner of Police or directly to the Attorney General and shall immediately inform the Chairman of the Committee.