17:29E-6 - Refusal of ombudsman to investigate complaint; grounds

17:29E-6  Refusal of ombudsman to investigate complaint; grounds.

52.The ombudsman need not investigate any complaint if he determines that:

a.The complaint is trivial, frivolous, vexatious or not made in good faith;

b.The complaint has been too long delayed to justify present investigation;

c.The resources available, considering the established priorities, are insufficient for an adequate investigation; or

d.The matter complained of is not within the investigatory authority of the office.

L.1998,c.21,s.52.