# Who Decides on Competition Violations and How to Appeal?

Penalties in competition cases are not issued directly by the Authority's Board of Directors, but through an independent quasi-judicial committee called the **"Committee for Adjudication of Competition Law Violations"**.

## Committee Formation and Powers

According to Article Eighteen of the Law:

- Consists of **5 members** (including at least 3 legal specialists).
- **Jurisdiction:** Reviewing and deciding on all Law violations and imposing penalties (except for temporary measure and search decisions which are Board jurisdiction).
- Issues decisions by majority and must be **reasoned**.

## Appealing Committee Decisions

Committee decisions are not final upon issuance, as the Law guarantees the right of litigation for establishments:

- **Competent Authority:** Appeal is permitted before the competent **Administrative Court** (Board of Grievances).
- **Duration:** Appeal must be submitted within **(30) days** from the date of notifying the violator of the decision.

If the Court cancels the Committee's decision, it assumes jurisdiction to review the violation and impose the appropriate penalty itself.

**Reference:** Competition Law (Article 18) - **General Authority for Competition**