UOKiK Publishes Guidelines On Commitment Decisions

UOKiK has published the final version of guidelines on commitment decisions, following public consultations which took place in June this year.

Guidelines will apply to cases of anti-competitive practices (except cases involving hardcore restrictions of competition where leniency is only possible) and infringement of consumers' collective rights.

Although guidelines are not binding, they can be useful for undertakings who may want to try to apply to UOKIK for a commitment decision. Commitment decisions are an attractive solution for undertakings, enabling them to avoid the fines imposed in ordinary proceedings. It also benefits both undertakings and UOKiK by shortening proceedings and reducing procedural costs.