Section 14 the Probation of offenders act, 1988
Section 14 – The Probation of Offenders Act, 1988:
"Protection of action taken in good faith"
Text of Section 14:
“No suit or other legal proceeding shall lie against any officer of the Government for anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done under this Act.”
Explanation:
Section 14 provides legal protection to government officers who act in good faith under the provisions of the Probation of Offenders Act, 1988.
Key Points:
Immunity: This section grants immunity from legal action (such as civil suits) to officers.
Good Faith Requirement: The action must be taken in good faith, i.e., with honest intention and without negligence or malice.
Scope: It applies only to acts done under the authority of the Act (e.g., decisions on probation, supervision, etc.).
Purpose:
To ensure that officers performing duties under the Act (like probation officers, magistrates, etc.) are not deterred or harassed by fear of litigation for actions taken sincerely and within their legal authority.
Example:
If a probation officer prepares a report recommending probation for an offender and later the offender claims damages due to an unfavorable outcome, the officer cannot be sued as long as the report was made in good faith.
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