Ombudsman Act 2009
140Termination of appointment by Administrator
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140 Termination of appointment by Administrator (1) The Administrator must terminate the appointment of the Ombudsman if the Ombudsman: (a) is found guilty of an indictable offence, whether in the Territory or elsewhere; or (b) becomes bankrupt, applies to take the benefit of a law for the relief of bankrupt or insolvent debtors, compounds with creditors or makes an assignment of remuneration for their benefit; or (c) engages in remunerative employment outside the duties of office without the Minister's approval. (2) The Minister must table a statement of the reasons for the termination in the Legislative Assembly within 6 sitting days after the termination.