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Police officer – €500 Fine (Germany, 2023)
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A police officer in Germany was fined EUR 500 for using a complainant's phone number for personal contact. This misuse of information could undermine trust in law enforcement. It highlights the need for public officials to adhere to privacy standards.
What happened
A police officer used a complainant's phone number for private purposes without authorization.
Who was affected
The person who filed the criminal complaint was affected by this unauthorized contact.
What the authority found
The authority found that the police officer violated data protection rules by misusing personal information.
Why this matters
This ruling serves as a reminder that even public officials must respect privacy laws. It emphasizes the importance of accountability in handling personal information.
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The DPA of Brandenburg has imposed a three-figure fine on a police officer. The police officer had used the telephone number of a person who had filed a criminal complaint for private contacts, although such contact was only intended for the purpose of obtaining further evidence.
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Fine
€500
Details
Fine Date
1 January 2023
Authority
Bundesbeauftragter für den Datenschutz
Fine Amount
€500
Enforcement Tracker ID
2301
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Police officer - Germany (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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