Public Interest Disclosure Act 2013

This section applies to an individual (the witness) who provides assistance in relation to a public interest disclosure (other than the individual who makes the disclosure).

Section 12A does not apply to the civil, criminal or administrative liability (including any disciplinary action) of the witness for knowingly making a statement that is false or misleading.

Without limiting subsection (2) of this section, section 12A does not apply to the liability of the witness for an offence against section 137.1, 137.2, 144.1 or 145.1 of the Criminal Code.

Section 12A does not apply to proceedings against the witness for contravening a designated publication restriction.

For designated publication restriction, see section 8.

To avoid doubt, if the assistance provided relates to the witness’ own conduct, section 12A does not affect the witness’ liability for the conduct.