79Notice to give information or attend ombudsman review

79 Notice to give information or attend ombudsman review (1) If the ombudsman has reason to believe that a person has information relevant to an ombudsman review, the ombudsman may give the person a written notice requiring the person to give the information to the ombudsman. Note The Legislation Act, s 170 and s 171 deal with the application of the privilege against self-incrimination and client legal privilege. (2) A notice under subsection (1) must state— (a) how the information is to be given to the ombudsman; and (b) a reasonable time at which, or a reasonable period within which, the information must be given. (3) If the ombudsman has reason to believe that a person has information relevant to an ombudsman review, the ombudsman may give the person a written notice requiring the person to attend before the ombudsman at a reasonable time and place stated in the notice to answer questions relevant to the review.