Penalises bribery of and by public servants (recast by the 2018 amendment), criminal misconduct, and requires prior sanction for prosecution and prior approval for inquiry.
A public servant who obtains, accepts or attempts to obtain an undue advantage with intent to perform a public duty improperly or dishonestly is punishable with three to seven years and fine.
Any person who gives or promises an undue advantage to induce or reward improper performance of a public duty is punishable with up to seven years; a coerced giver who reports within seven days is protected.
Dishonest or fraudulent misappropriation of entrusted property, or intentional illicit enrichment (possession of pecuniary resources disproportionate to known sources of income).
No police officer shall conduct any enquiry or investigation into an offence alleged to be committed by a public servant in discharge of official functions without prior approval of the competent authority.
No court shall take cognizance of offences under ss. 7, 11, 13 and 15 against a public servant except with the previous sanction of the appropriate government or authority.
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