Reference to another authority for investigation
19 Reference to another authority for investigation
If the Ombudsman considers that a matter raised by, or during the course of, an investigation should be investigated by the Regulator or a tribunal, a board or another person under a law of Tasmania, the Commonwealth, a Territory of the Commonwealth or another State, the Ombudsman may refer the matter to the Regulator or that tribunal, board or other person for investigation.
If the Ombudsman considers that a matter raised by, or during the course of, an investigation is of such nature or complexity that it would be more appropriately dealt with by a court of competent jurisdiction, the Ombudsman may recommend that proceedings be commenced in that court.
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