(1) The competition authority shall refrain from imposing a fine on a cartel participant if such participant
1. fulfils the conditions set out in Section 81j and
2. is the first to submit evidence that, at the time the competition authority receives the leniency application, allows the competition authority to obtain a search warrant for the first time.
(2) A fine shall generally not be imposed on a cartel participant if such participant
1. fulfils the conditions set out in Section 81j and
2. is the first to submit evidence that, if the competition authority is already able to obtain a search warrant, makes it possible to prove the offence for the first time, and if no other cartel participant has already fulfilled the conditions for immunity pursuant to subsection (1).
(3) Immunity from fines shall not be possible if a cartel participant has taken steps to coerce other cartel participants to join a cartel or to remain a member of such cartel.