Private individual – €450 Fine (Romania, 2023)
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A Romanian individual was fined €450 for sharing personal data of many people on social media without their permission. This case emphasizes the importance of respecting people's privacy online. It serves as a reminder that individuals can face penalties for mishandling personal information.
What happened
A private individual published personal data of numerous people on a social network without their consent.
Who was affected
The individuals whose personal data was shared without permission.
What the authority found
The Romanian data protection authority found that the individual violated GDPR rules by failing to obtain consent before sharing personal data.
Why this matters
This case illustrates that privacy laws apply to everyone, not just companies. Individuals should be cautious about sharing others' personal information online to avoid fines.
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The Romanian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 450 on an private individual. The individual had published personal data of numerous people on a social network without their consent.
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Fine
€450
Details
Fine Date
27 March 2023
Authority
Autoritatea Națională de Supraveghere a Prelucrării Datelor cu Caracter Personal
Fine Amount
€450
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1700
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Private individual - Romania (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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