Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 · Chapter V: Miscellaneous
Section 34: Cognizance of offence committed by Protection Officer
No prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against the Protection Officer unless a complaint is filed with the previous sanction of the State Government or an officer authorised by it in this behalf.
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