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Legal Person – €12,910 Fine (Czech Republic, 2020)
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A Czech company was fined for sending unsolicited marketing messages during the COVID-19 pandemic. This action violated data protection rules, as people were receiving unwanted communications at a sensitive time. It serves as a warning for businesses about the importance of obtaining consent before sending marketing messages.
What happened
The Czech DPA fined a legal person for sending unsolicited marketing communications to data mailbox holders.
Who was affected
Individuals who received unsolicited marketing messages during the state of emergency.
What the authority found
The authority determined that the company violated GDPR by sending marketing messages without proper consent.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the need for companies to respect privacy laws, especially during emergencies. Businesses should ensure they have clear consent from users before sending any marketing communications.
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The Czech DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 8,340 on a legal person. During the state of emergency (COVID-19 pandemic), the accused sent unsolicited marketing communications for a period of at least one month to data mailbox holders, which is an aggravating factor.
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Fine
€13K
Details
Fine Date
18 December 2020
Authority
Úřad pro ochranu osobních údajů
Fine Amount
€12,910
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Legal Person - Czech Republic (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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