date:Apr 02, 2014
of Objections is a formal step in an investigation, by which the Commission informs the companies concerned in writing of the objections raised against them. The companies can then examine the documents in the Commissions file, reply in writing and request an oral hearing to present their comments on the case to representatives of the Commission and the national competition authorities.
The sending of a Statement of Objections does not prejudge the final outcome of the investigation.
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