1The High Justice Inspector shall open an ex officio investigation, based on substantial information on facts resulting from reliable sources which lead to the reasonable suspicion that a misconduct may have occurred. The information received from media or anonymous complaints may be as indicative elements for opening an ex officio investigation if it complies with the criteria listed in Article 120 paragraph 1, letter b), ç), d) and dh).
2The High Justice Inspector shall decide to open an ex officio investigation by a reasoned decision indicating the verifiable circumstances and facts.
3The rules provided for in paragraph 2 and 4 of Article 123 of this Law shall apply also in cases where the investigation is opened ex officio by the High Justice Inspector.