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Who can initiate the infringement procedure against a Member State?
Who can initiate the infringement procedure against a Member State?
- European Court of Auditors
- European Parliament
- European Council
- European Commission (correct)
What is the first formal stage of the infringement procedure?
What is the first formal stage of the infringement procedure?
- Mediation with the Member State
- Formal notice (correct)
- Referral to the Court of Justice of the EU
- Decision by the European Council
How much time does a Member State have to respond to a formal notice?
How much time does a Member State have to respond to a formal notice?
- 2 months (correct)
- 3 months
- 1 month
- 6 months
What happens if a Member State does not comply with the formal notice?
What happens if a Member State does not comply with the formal notice?
Which article of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) outlines the infringement procedure?
Which article of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) outlines the infringement procedure?
What is the purpose of the infringement procedure?
What is the purpose of the infringement procedure?
What is the term for the formal notice sent by the European Commission to a Member State?
What is the term for the formal notice sent by the European Commission to a Member State?
After the formal notice, what is the next step if the Member State fails to comply?
After the formal notice, what is the next step if the Member State fails to comply?
How long does a Member State have to respond to a reasoned opinion?
How long does a Member State have to respond to a reasoned opinion?
Who ultimately decides if the case should be referred to the Court of Justice of the EU?
Who ultimately decides if the case should be referred to the Court of Justice of the EU?
What can the Court of Justice of the EU impose on a Member State found in violation?
What can the Court of Justice of the EU impose on a Member State found in violation?
What is the term for the Court of Justice's ruling in an infringement case?
What is the term for the Court of Justice's ruling in an infringement case?
If a Member State fails to comply with the Court of Justice's judgment, what can the European Commission request?
If a Member State fails to comply with the Court of Justice's judgment, what can the European Commission request?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for initiating an infringement procedure?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for initiating an infringement procedure?
What is the final outcome if a Member State fails to address the issues raised by the infringement procedure?
What is the final outcome if a Member State fails to address the issues raised by the infringement procedure?
Which EU body monitors the implementation of EU law and can initiate infringement procedures?
Which EU body monitors the implementation of EU law and can initiate infringement procedures?
How are the fines determined by the Court of Justice of the EU in infringement cases?
How are the fines determined by the Court of Justice of the EU in infringement cases?
What is the main objective of the reasoned opinion stage?
What is the main objective of the reasoned opinion stage?
How can individuals or entities report suspected infringements of EU law?
How can individuals or entities report suspected infringements of EU law?
What role does the Advocate General play in infringement cases before the Court of Justice?
What role does the Advocate General play in infringement cases before the Court of Justice?
How does the European Commission monitor Member States' compliance with EU law?
How does the European Commission monitor Member States' compliance with EU law?
Which of the following actions by a Member State could lead to an infringement procedure?
Which of the following actions by a Member State could lead to an infringement procedure?
Which of the following does NOT typically occur during the formal notice phase?
Which of the following does NOT typically occur during the formal notice phase?
What is the main goal of the infringement procedure?
What is the main goal of the infringement procedure?
How does the European Commission decide to initiate an infringement procedure?
How does the European Commission decide to initiate an infringement procedure?
Which treaty established the current framework for the infringement procedure?
Which treaty established the current framework for the infringement procedure?
What is the maximum time frame for a Member State to comply with the Court of Justice's ruling before the European Commission can request penalties?
What is the maximum time frame for a Member State to comply with the Court of Justice's ruling before the European Commission can request penalties?
In which language(s) must the formal notice and reasoned opinion be written?
In which language(s) must the formal notice and reasoned opinion be written?
What is the role of national courts in the infringement procedure?
What is the role of national courts in the infringement procedure?
What is the significance of the infringement procedure for the functioning of the EU?
What is the significance of the infringement procedure for the functioning of the EU?
Who bears the costs of proceedings in the Court of Justice of the EU for infringement cases?
Who bears the costs of proceedings in the Court of Justice of the EU for infringement cases?
How often does the European Commission publish a report on monitoring the application of EU law?
How often does the European Commission publish a report on monitoring the application of EU law?
Study Notes
Infringement Procedure Overview
- The European Commission monitors the implementation of EU law and can initiate infringement procedures.
- The infringement procedure aims to ensure Member States comply with EU law.
- The procedure has three stages: formal notice, reasoned opinion, and referral to the Court of Justice of the EU.
Initiating the Infringement Procedure
- The European Commission can initiate an infringement procedure against a Member State.
- The Commission can decide to initiate a procedure based on complaints from citizens and businesses, through routine checks of national laws, or following a referral from the European Parliament.
Formal Notice Stage
- The first formal stage of the infringement procedure is the formal notice.
- A Member State has two months to respond to a formal notice.
- The formal notice identifies the alleged infringement and requests the Member State to submit its observations.
Reasoned Opinion Stage
- If the Member State fails to comply with the formal notice, the European Commission issues a reasoned opinion.
- The Member State has two months to respond to a reasoned opinion.
- The reasoned opinion explains the infringement and requests compliance.
Referral to the Court of Justice of the EU
- If the Member State fails to comply with the reasoned opinion, the European Commission refers the case to the Court of Justice of the EU.
- The Court of Justice of the EU can impose fines and penalties on the Member State.
- The Court's judgment is binding on the Member State.
Penalties and Sanctions
- The Court of Justice of the EU can impose fines and penalties on a Member State found in violation.
- The European Commission can request penalty payments and lump sum fines if the Member State fails to comply with the Court's judgment.
- The Commission can also impose fines and penalties on the Member State.
Infringement Procedure in Practice
- The European Commission publishes a report on monitoring the application of EU law annually.
- The Commission can initiate an infringement procedure for failure to implement EU law, incorrect application of EU law, or violation of EU treaty provisions.
- The procedure contributes to the EU's legal order by ensuring compliance and uniformity in the application of EU laws.
Important Provisions
- Article 258 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) outlines the infringement procedure.
- The Treaty of Lisbon established the current framework for the infringement procedure.
- The infringement procedure is a crucial mechanism for ensuring Member States respect and implement EU laws effectively.
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This quiz tests your knowledge on the infringement procedure of the European Union against its Member States. It covers the initiation, stages, and other aspects of the procedure.
