A magistrate from the judiciary is appointed to perform the duties of Government Commissioner to the Conseil des maisons de vente.
The Government commissioner is assisted by a person who has not been involved in voluntary sales by public auction for less than five years.
The Government Commissioner investigates claims made against the persons mentioned in articles L. 321-4 and L. 321-24.
It may propose an amicable solution to disputes brought to its attention.
It shall initiate proceedings before the Enforcement Committee.