The Linkage between Regulatory Framework and Practical Field: Problem Tracing and Correction Strategies for Consumer Association's Function Performance

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jel.202514204

Author(s)

Min Lu*

Affiliation(s)

Law School, Guizhou University of Finance and Economics, Guiyang, Guizhou, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

The problems in the performance of Consumer Associations mainly occur in three areas: the adverse impact of their basic positioning in the regulatory framework, the shortcomings in the supporting mechanisms for specific functions, and the actual absence of regulatory oversight. The six specific dilemmas in function performance include organizational registration, funding and human resources, invitation methods, complaint-related time limits, filing civil public interest lawsuits, and supervision of function performance. These six specific issues are not only the result of the unilateral output of the regulatory framework but also the product of the joint action between regulations and the practical field. Therefore, problem tracing and correction require the intersection and integration of both dimensions.

Keywords

Consumer Association; Functions; Invitation; Public Interest Litigation; Supervision and Inspection

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