Intimidation of person making complaint

Intimidation of person making complaint.—(1) Any person who threatens, intimidates or causes any hurt to any person who has made a complaint to the Lokayukta or to any person who is likely to give evidence in an inquiry under this Act, shall be punishable with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend up to three years and shall also be liable to fine which may extend to five thousand rupees.

1. (2) Any offence under this section shall be cognizable and non-bailable.