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Public Administration Act 2004
108Proceedings for damages for reprisal
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108 Proceedings for damages for reprisal
(1) A person who, in contravention of section 107(1), takes detrimental action against another person who is a public official or an exempt body official for the reason that the other person is such an official is liable in damages to that person.
(2) The damages may be recovered in proceedings as for a tort in any court of competent jurisdiction.
(3) Any remedy that may be granted by a court with respect to a tort, including exemplary damages, may be granted by a court in proceedings under this section.
(4) The right of a person to bring proceedings for damages does not affect any other right or remedy available to the person arising from the detrimental action.